Watch: Two pilots killed in Greek fighter jet crash during Athens air show
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Two Greek Air Force pilots were killed on Saturday after a fighter jet crashed during the Athens Flying Week international air show at Tanagra Air Base, Greek national broadcaster ERT reported.
An F-4E Phantom II fighter jet suddenly lost altitude while making a right turn and crashed just minutes after the Hellenic Air Force flight demonstration began.
The aircraft broke into two pieces, burst into a fireball and caused extensive fires at two locations, according to ERT.
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- September 6, 2026
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