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.

Passenger demand across Mediterranean markets remained strong, while airport operators continued balancing growth ambitions against operational pressure, infrastructure constraints and intensifying regional competition. ... As the region moves deeper into the summer season, aviation across Greece and the Balkans remains shaped by a delicate balance of growth, operational pressure and strategic competition — where regional connectivity, tourism, and aviation strategy continue