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Greek air force Phantom F-4 crashes at Athens Flying Week air show
Fox News • • general
Key Points:
- A Greek Air Force twin-seat Phantom F-4 jet crashed during a low-altitude maneuver at Tanagra Air Force Base north of Athens, killing both pilots while no civilians were injured.
- The crash occurred during the annual Athens Flying Week, leading to the cancellation of the remaining events and evacuation of the area.
- The jet burst into flames on impact, requiring assistance from 11 water-dropping aircraft and 85 firefighters to extinguish the blaze.
- Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis expressed grief and highlighted the risks faced by Greek aviators, while the air force declared three days of mourning.
- Similar recent incidents include a May air show collision in Idaho where pilots ejected safely, contrasting with this fatal accident.
