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Emergency Landing in Larnaca for Flight to Athens

Published January 14, 2026, 21:05
Emergency Landing in Larnaca for Flight to Athens

An aircraft en route from Larnaca to Athens was forced to make an emergency return to Larnaca Airport approximately 45 minutes after takeoff due to an issue during the flight. Passengers reported a strong burning smell in the cabin and a sudden descent from 27,000 to 10,000 feet, triggering the oxygen masks. All passengers disembarked safely and were transferred to another aircraft to continue their journey to Athens. Authorities are investigating the incident to determine the exact cause of the return.