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.

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.

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.