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Week 39 highlights international confidence in Greek aviation through Aegean’s latest European recognition, Condor’s new Athens route, discussions on direct Japan flights and continued investment in Paros Airport. The edition also covers the latest Routes & Networks developments, EUROCONTROL’s delay report, Airbus’ A321neo manufacturing update and Star Alliance’s award-winning lounge.

As September draws to a close and the aviation sector transitions into early October, stable high-pressure patterns continue to dominate Greek FIRs, ensuring pristine VFR conditions and exceptional visibility across all major hubs. While Athens (LGAV) and Rhodes (LGRP) maintain pleasant early-autumn warmth with comfortable density altitudes, northern and island sectors like Thessaloniki (LGTS) and Heraklion (LGIR) experience refreshing seasonal cooling and steadily easing Mel

Why were flight attendants once almost exclusively women? Discover how a bold idea by a nurse helped calm nervous passengers and shaped the future of commercial aviation.

Week 38 highlights Aegean’s strong first-half passenger performance, Athens International Airport’s next major expansion milestone and Air Canada’s growing commitment to the Greek market. This edition also examines the latest developments surrounding the EU’s Entry/Exit System and features Routes & Networks Latest, EUROCONTROL European Aviation Overview 2026 – Week 37, Fraport Greece’s record August performance and Istanbul Airport’s rise as the world’s most connected aviatio

As September draws to a close, stable high-pressure patterns continue to dominate Greek FIRs, ensuring pristine VFR conditions across major hubs. While Athens (LGAV) and Rhodes (LGRP) maintain comfortable late-summer warmth with favorable density altitudes, northern and island sectors like Thessaloniki (LGTS) and Heraklion (LGIR) experience refreshing seasonal cooling and steadily easing Meltemi breezes, delivering optimal operational stability for all domestic and long-haul

What if your very first flight was free? In 1957, Olympic Airways launched an extraordinary campaign that invited thousands of Greeks aboard demonstration flights, helping transform public confidence in aviation and ushering in a new era of commercial air travel.

Week 37 highlights Athens International Airport’s revised expansion strategy, a record monthly passenger milestone and Fraport Greece’s latest runway rehabilitation programme. This edition also examines Ryanair’s concerns over the EU Entry/Exit System and features the latest Routes & Networks Watch, EUROCONTROL’s Special Summer 2026 Flash Briefing and regional airport developments shaping aviation across Greece and Southeast Europe.

High-pressure stability continues across Aegean and mainland FIRs for the week of 30 August – 5 September 2026, sustaining pristine VFR conditions and easing Meltemi winds. Athens (LGAV) and Rhodes (LGRP) peak at 31°C–35°C with high density altitudes requiring load checks. Thessaloniki (LGTS) cools slightly to 28°C–32°C with stable ILS approaches. Heraklion (LGIR) maintains 29°C–32°C highs, regulated by steady 15–18 knot maritime breezes.

Have you ever wondered why every aircraft displays a red light on one wing and a green light on the other? Discover the simple yet ingenious navigation system that has helped pilots identify an aircraft’s direction and orientation for more than a century—and why these small lights remain an essential part of aviation safety today.

Week 36 highlights Greece’s aviation community mourning the loss of two Hellenic Air Force pilots, Ryanair’s renewed criticism of Greek air traffic control, record operational performance at Heraklion Airport and the EU’s Entry/Exit System entering a new phase. This edition also features the latest industry updates from Routes & Networks and EUROCONTROL, alongside key airline, airport and regional connectivity developments shaping aviation across Greece and Southeast Europe.

Stable high pressure anchors VFR conditions across Greek FIRs for 6–12 September 2026. As seasonal Meltemi winds gradually ease across the Aegean, dispatchers can expect excellent visibility and minimal cloud cover. Temperatures range from 27°C–33°C across LGAV, LGTS, LGIR, and LGRP, offering slight relief from late-summer heat and improving density altitude margins for heavy departures.

Ryanair has renewed its criticism of Greece’s air traffic control infrastructure following a technical disruption that delayed 37 flights and affected nearly 7,000 passengers. Greek air traffic controllers acknowledge the need for infrastructure upgrades but insist that flight safety was never compromised.

Before modern airports transformed air travel, the Mediterranean itself served as the runway. Discover the forgotten story of how flying boats connected Greece with Italy and Constantinople in the 1920s, opening one of the country’s earliest international air routes.

Week 35 highlights strong international air arrivals, expanding transatlantic connectivity and another milestone for Athens International Airport. This edition examines Greece’s continued aviation growth, Wizz Air’s interest in expanding at Skiathos, and the latest industry updates from Routes & Networks and EUROCONTROL, alongside key airline network developments shaping aviation across Greece and Southeast Europe.

High-pressure stability continues across Aegean and mainland FIRs for the week of 30 August – 5 September 2026, sustaining pristine VFR conditions and easing Meltemi winds. Athens (LGAV) and Rhodes (LGRP) peak at 31°C–35°C with high density altitudes requiring load checks. Thessaloniki (LGTS) cools slightly to 28°C–32°C with stable ILS approaches. Heraklion (LGIR) maintains 29°C–32°C highs, regulated by steady 15–18 knot maritime breezes.

Why do airlines still ask passengers to activate Airplane Mode if modern aircraft are designed to withstand electronic interference? Discover the real reason behind one of aviation’s most familiar announcements—and why clear communication in the cockpit still matters.

Week 34 highlights Athens International Airport’s busiest month on record, Greece’s strong tourism revenue performance, Alaska Airlines’ new nonstop Seattle–Athens service, and another month of robust passenger growth across Fraport Greece’s regional airports. This edition also features the latest industry updates from Routes & Networks and EUROCONTROL, alongside key airline and airport developments shaping aviation across Greece and Southeast Europe.

High-pressure ridging continues across the Aegean and mainland FIRs for the week of 23–29 August 2026, delivering nationwide VFR conditions, high heat, and steady Meltemi breezes. Athens (LGAV) and Rhodes (LGRP) will reach highs of 33°C–36°C with north-northwesterly winds. Thessaloniki (LGTS) sees temperatures up to 34°C with slight mid-week cloudiness. Heraklion (LGIR) benefits from maritime moderation, with steady 15–20 knot breezes capping highs at 29°C–33°C.

A routine domestic flight, an illegal challenge in the cockpit and a tragedy that claimed 70 lives. Discover the story of Aeroflot Flight 6502 and the safety lessons that continue to shape modern aviation.

Week 33 highlights another busy week for aviation across Greece and Europe, with Greek airports approaching 47 million passengers during the first seven months of 2026 and international airline capacity rising by 6.1% in August. The edition also examines the operational impact of Mount Etna’s eruption, the rollout of the EU’s Entry/Exit System, and the latest industry updates from Routes & Networks and EUROCONTROL.