Helicopter carrying tourists crashes into sea in Athens

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2025-06-16 17:17:00 | Ballkani

Helicopter carrying tourists crashes into sea in Athens

A helicopter carrying four American tourists has crashed into the sea at the tourist port of Vouliagmeni, south of Athens.

According to foreign media, the helicopter crashed among yachts anchored in the marina moments after takeoff, possibly due to an engine defect, while all persons on board, including the Greek pilot, are in good health.

According to Greek authorities, the injured only suffered minor injuries, writes A2 CNN.

The helicopter crashed among yachts anchored in the marina moments after takeoff, possibly due to an engine failure.

Meanwhile, authorities have arrested the 57-year-old pilot of the helicopter. He was taken into custody by the Vouliagmeni Port Authority, which is conducting a preliminary investigation. He faces charges of endangering the safety of transport, causing bodily harm by negligence and failing to follow crew procedures in the event of an emergency. (A2 Televizion)

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