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Ioannis Karagiorgas

Seaplane revival in Greece begins with first successful test flight over Corfu’s coastline

After more than 15 years, a seaplane has once again taken off and landed on the island of Corfu. Hellenic Seaplanes successfully completed its first test flight, evoking memories among older residents of the era, up until 2009, when seaplane operations were active and the Ionian island served as a model for maritime air transport.

Following the official boarding, a sightseeing flight was conducted with Angela Gerekou, Deputy Governor of the Ionian Islands, along with local representatives. The flight offered a stunning aerial perspective of Corfu.

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