November 21st 1783, a flight to change history

November 21st 1783, a flight to change history

Today is a big day in the ballooning world. Internationally, it is commonly called Montgolfier Day in memory of the Montgolfier brothers, the French simply call it the first human balloon flight. On November 21st, 1783, Man flew for the first time in the air thanks to...
Collector of pilot jackets

Collector of pilot jackets

Since the first editions, the GEMAB organization has always looked for the most beautiful poster and the best slogan. These will be duplicated on the back of the multi-pocket jackets worn by the pilots, during the event and beyond. And we can see on the photos that...
How to find accommodation?

How to find accommodation?

Many pilots ask us how to find accommodation during the Mondial. Our pilots coordinator has drawn up a map of accommodation within 20 minutes of the Chambley site. Of course there are also campsites (including the one reserved for pilots on the airfield). But there...
The Hard Work of the Flight Director

The Hard Work of the Flight Director

The GEMAB has known only four flight directors. In 1989 it was Pierre Barré replacing Thierry Villey-Desmeserets at short notice. Then in 1991, Doctor Thierry Villey, replaced only once by Jacques Mangenot. The faithful Thierry has served until 2019. Having become...
Good Morning Chambley, the GEMAB radio

Good Morning Chambley, the GEMAB radio

Born more than 15 years ago, the radio Good Morning Chambley gives rhythm to the days of the GEMAB. It broadcasts on 98,5 MHZ (in general) but also through the loudspeakers scattered on the site and since two or three editions also on the web. From 06:00 am to 11:00...
The 50 years of the ABQ Balloon Fiesta

The 50 years of the ABQ Balloon Fiesta

50 years ago, a few hot air balloon enthusiasts took off from a mall parking lot in the heart of Albuquerque (New Mexico – USA). Year after year, the gathering became legendary. It was the beginning of the hot air balloon revival. Everywhere in the world, the...

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