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F-16s Take Off from Andreas Papandreou Air Base for Training

Published March 12, 2026, 09:02
F-16s Take Off from Andreas Papandreou Air Base for Training

Two F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter jets of the Hellenic Air Force took off from Andreas Papandreou Air Base in Paphos. The takeoff was part of scheduled training and operational readiness for personnel. Sources emphasize that there is no cause for concern, as no alarm has been raised and there is no threat. The presence of the fighters and their flights are part of routine exercises conducted to maintain a high level of readiness of crews and forces operating from the Paphos airbase. This activity is part of the Air Force's ongoing effort to ensure national security and respond to potential challenges.