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Greek air force jet crashes at annual aerial show, starts fire

Greek air force jet crashes at annual aerial show, starts fire

Summary

A Greek air force jet crashed during an air show near Athens, causing a fire and sending large black smoke into the sky. No spectators were hurt, and emergency crews worked to control the blaze near Tanagra air force base.

Key Facts

  • The crash happened during an aerial show called Athens Flying Week.
  • The jet was a twin-seat Phantom F4.
  • It crashed while performing a low-altitude maneuver.
  • No spectators were injured in the incident.
  • The location of the crash was about 60 kilometers north of Athens.
  • Firefighters and water-dropping aircraft worked together to control the fire.
  • The fire was kept away from the area where people were watching the show.
  • Officials did not immediately confirm the condition of the two airmen in the jet.
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