We would like to invite you to the Central European Cup (CE Cup) 2026.

The Central European Cup hot air balloon competition is open to all NACs which have met their obligations to the FAI. Pilots-in-command shall have been authorized to act as pilot-in-command of that sub-class of aerostat for which the event is held, at least twelve months prior to the start of the event. Each pilot-in-command shall have accumulated at least 50 hours as pilot-in-command aerostats of that sub-class by the closing entry date. The maximum size category is 3400cbm. Maximum 15 teams will be accepted include fiestas. First come first served. Balloon Live and markers will be used on this Event and we will apply the AXMER 2026. The Event Director will be Zoltán Pálhegyi (HUN).

We will use live tracking system on the Event which work together with Android devices only.

The entry fee is 100 EUR or same amount in HUF, includes are propane for the fights, officials, electronic maps and rules. Free camping facilities on the Szatymaz airport with your own equipment. If you don’t want to camp then you should manage and pay your accommodation.

Gas refilling will be one times per day only. Bring enough cylinders for two flights, please. Refilling times:

21/08/2026 10 - 12h

22/08/2026 10 - 12h

23/08/2026 10 - 12h

The entry fee is not refundable by request. Deadline is 2026.08.10. Printed map is available if you request it, the price is 10 EUR or 4000 HUF / piece. You should pay it with the entry fee. The entry is valid if the entry form is filled and the entry fee arrived to the organisers account. The entry fee should pay for the next bank account number:

Magyar Ballon Szövetség

Address: 2162 Őrbottyán, Diófa utca 2082/6.

16200151-18560169-00000000

IBAN: HU57162001511856016900000000

SWIFT: HBWEHUHB

MagNet Bank Zrt.

Address: 1062 Budapest, Andrássy út 98.

The event homepage is CECup.eu, online entry on WatchMeFly only.

• Contact: Zoltán Pálhegyi
• Website
• phz@ballon.hu