A Greek Air Force F-16 fighter jet made an emergency landing at Zakynthos Airport on Thursday after reportedly catching fire during flight.
According to Greece’s public broadcaster ERT, the incident occurred around midday on July 9, prompting the pilot to divert the aircraft and carry out an emergency landing at the airport on the Ionian island.
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Pilot unharmed
Initial reports indicate the emergency landing was necessary after a fire was reported on the aircraft.
The pilot landed the fighter jet safely and was not injured in the incident.
Emergency services deployed
Firefighting crews were dispatched to Zakynthos Airport as a precaution following the emergency landing.
No further details about the cause of the reported fire or the condition of the aircraft have been released.
