Bertalan Farkas: A New Era Begins in Hungarian Space Research

Bertalan Farkas, born in 1949 in Gyulahaza, became Hungary's first astronaut after his flight aboard Soyuz-36 in 1980. His journey from a talented soccer player to a fighter pilot and then an astronaut highlights his dedication and perseverance. Farkas has been involved in the HUNOR program, mentoring the next Hungarian astronaut, Tibor Kapu, who is set to launch to the ISS in 2025. Farkas emphasizes the importance of international cooperation in space research and encourages young Hungarians to pursue their dreams in this field.