TANAGRA, Greece:<\/strong> A dramatic accident has been reported at the Athens Flying Week 2026<\/strong> air show in Tanagra, after an F-4 Phantom crashed during an aerial demonstration on Saturday afternoon.<\/p>\n The incident occurred on September 5, with the aircraft reportedly going down just minutes into its scheduled display.<\/p>\n Footage from the scene shows a huge column of black smoke rising into the sky following the crash.<\/p>\n Emergency crews were immediately mobilised, with ambulances and fire service vehicles rushing towards the crash site.<\/p>\n The condition of the aircraft\u2019s crew was not immediately known at the time of the initial reports.<\/p>\n The crash unfolded as spectators watched the air show, turning what had been an afternoon of impressive aerial displays into a major emergency.<\/p>\n Firefighters were deployed to tackle the resulting blaze, while authorities began responding to the incident.<\/p>\n The F-4 Phantom is a veteran fighter aircraft that has served with the Hellenic Air Force for decades. The aircraft involved was taking part in the flying demonstration when the accident occurred.<\/p>\n This is a developing story. Further information on the condition of the crew, the circumstances of the crash and any possible casualties is expected as authorities assess the scene.<\/strong><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/greekcitytimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1000237511.webp)
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