Alert in Halkidiki: F-16 Crash on the Island of Psathoura
An alarm has been raised in Halkidiki as an F-16 of the Air Force crashed near the island of Psathoura at noon on Wednesday, specifically at 13:33.
Initial reports indicate that the pilot managed to abandon the aircraft, as there are eyewitness reports stating that a parachute was seen.
A Super Puma helicopter took off from Lemnos airbase to locate the missing pilot.
The F-16 fighter jet had taken off initially from Larissa airbase.
GEA Announcement: F-16 Aircraft Crash
The Greek Air Force (GEA) regrets to inform that an F-16 Block 52+ single-seater aircraft, belonging to the 337 Squadron, 110 Fighter Wing (FM), was involved in a tragic incident during a routine training flight. The aircraft crashed in the sea area of Psathouras.
Currently, a search and rescue operation is underway to locate the pilot. One Super Puma helicopter from the 130th Battle Group, one Navy S-70 helicopter, and one CL-415 from the 113AM have been dispatched to the area. The "Aegean" Frigate is also en route to the incident area. Additionally, one C-130 aircraft is on full alert for immediate assistance.
The pilot has been found alive and well.
