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Gradual Restoration of Flights at Athens FIR - Technical Issue Under Investigation

Published January 4, 2026, 15:12
Gradual Restoration of Flights at Athens FIR - Technical Issue Under Investigation

The operation of Greek airspace is gradually being restored after serious technical issues caused flight disruptions. The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA) announced partial restoration, allowing aircraft to land and take off, although with limited capacity. The problem also affects flights to and from Cyprus, with at least three flights affected at Larnaca Airport. OTE has assured that its circuits are functioning normally and are not related to the problem. The HCAA is coordinating with EUROCONTROL and relevant authorities for the full restoration of operations, while the investigation into the cause of the technical issue continues.