336 Squadron "Olympos" joinedthe Royal International Air Tattoo 2014 (RIAT). That was the last time A-7 Corsairs left Greece and all spotlights were heading to Hellenic Air Force aircrafts and crew.
One of the most historical Hellenic Air Force Squadrons, the 341st "Arrow", celebrated its 60th Anniversary on Friday 20th of June 2014. Read more on the history of the greek "Arrows", the celebrations and we keep for surprise some extra bonus photos from the making of this beautiful F-16 paint scheme.
Four decades ago the first F-4E Phantoms landed in Greece and since then they keep on serving the Hellenic Air Force and make enthusiasts turn their head to the sky. Airforce.gr celebrates this marvellous anniversary with you. Please stay tuned!!!
It was more than 70 years ago when 336 Squadron "Olympos" was established for the very first time near Cairo, Egypt, in a place called Almaza. At that time 336 Sq. was equipped with 21 Hurricane-IIC aircrafts and had a total of 309 men. On Friday October 11th 2014 336 Squadron, the second oldest Squadron in service under Hellenic Air Force wings celebrated its 70 years. We were honored to be their guests and we will try to share the moving moments.
Another “phantastic” aviation day belongs to the past. On 20th of September, 348 TRS (Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron) celebrated its 60th anniversary. We were there and give you the details...
336 Squadron "Olympos" recently has participated into a big event in the Netherlands and especially in Volkel Air Base. A big fan of 336 Squadron describes the experience of meeting a real Corsair from near distance. He is Kevin and not only a big fan of 336 Squadron but also the man who triggered the request for their participation in the Air Show at Volkel.
One of the youngest Hellenic Air Force squadrons, the 383 Special Operations & Air Fire Fighting Squadron celebrated its 10th anniversary, on 24th of May 2013. We were there and give you the details...
On 20th of July 2012 338 Squadron -one of the most historical of Hellenic Air Force- celebrated the 60 years of its service. The 338 Squadron was formed on December 24th 1952, at Elefsis airbase, equiped with F-84G Thunderjet aircraft. Until today has deployed to Larissa, Elefsis (again), Souda (F-84F Thunderstreak). In June 1974 338 Squadron found its final home at 117CW Andravida where the F-4E Phantom II were delivered. Sixty whole years later 338 Squadron "Ares" celebrated the first six decades of life, service and contribution to the Hellenic Air Force! A perfectly organized ceremony took place in Andravida Air Base. We had the honor to be invited and experienced the delight of celebration together with old and new staff of the squadron.
