Helicopter flights can be an unforgettable experience, whether for sightseeing, transfers, or business travel. But not every operator follows the same standards of safety and legality. Around the world, “grey charter” flights and questionable practices continue to put passengers at unnecessary risk. So how can a passenger, who isn’t an aviation expert, spot red flags…
After years of dormancy, Sparti Airport is poised to reemerge as a dynamic aviation hub, backed by a strategic vision that intertwines training, entrepreneurship, and regional development. A new partnership between the Municipality of Sparta and the aviation company SUPERIOR AIR signals a transformative chapter not only for the airport itself but for the wider Peloponnesian…
Please be advised that when departing from locations situated below Athinai TMA, such as private heliports, landing sites, or airports like LGMG and you intend to transition through Class G airspace (which extends up to 1000′ AGL), your flight must remain entirely within Class G airspace for the duration of that phase unless of course…
Greek Helicopters in collaboration with AviTracer have launched a beta project integrating ChatGPT, OpenAI’s AI language model, to assist pilots and operations staff with quick, conversational access to the latest Hellenic AIP (Aeronautical Information Publication). The AI tool allows users to ask natural language questions and get instant, accurate responses based on the official AIP…
UPDATE: The NOTAM was removed on 25.06.25 D0383/25 NOTAM Q) LGGG/FAXX/IV/NBO / A /000/999/3642N02429E A) LGML B) 2025-06-21 04:00 C) 2025-06-30 20:59 E) IFR/VFR TRG FLIGHTS OR FLIGHTS FOR EXAMINATION PURPOSES NOT ACCEPTED WI MILOS ATZ. Where does it specify that an AFIS airspace or aerodrome in Class G airspace, located remotely and not interfering…
Με την έναρξη της θερινής περιόδου επανήλθαν και τα γνωστά προβλήματα στον εναέριο χώρο, κυρίως εντός και υπό της TMA Αθηνών. Καθυστερήσεις σημειώνονται σε όλα τα αεροδρόμια και ελικοδρόμια, με το αεροδρόμιο Μεγάρων (LGMG) να εμφανίζει καθυστερήσεις που ξεπερνούν τα 45 λεπτά. Αντίστοιχα φαινόμενα παρατηρούνται και στα ελικοδρόμια στην περιοχή του Κορωπίου. Είναι η αυξημένη…
Robinson R88 Robinson Helicopter Company has unveiled its latest innovation, the R88 helicopter, marking a significant expansion of its product line. This new model is designed to meet a diverse range of mission requirements while maintaining the company’s reputation for reliability, affordability, and safety. Design and Capacity The R88 is the largest helicopter ever…
On January 28, 2025, the Safety and Incident Management Department of the HCAA, organized a highly successful in-person meeting on the topic of VFR flights in Greek airspace.
An important update to the Airport Development and Modernization Charge (ADMC) based on Law 4465/2017 will impact all departing passengers. Effective Date: November 1, 2024 New ADMC/TEAA Rate: €3 per departing passenger Reference: Greek Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP) GEN 4.1.3.2 Law 4465/2017, Government Gazette 47/A/2017, Article 52
Night VFR Training Flights are Granted in Athinai FIR: A Significant Milestone for General Aviation in Greece, Effective 26 December 2024.