Cyprus Times

Report Reveals Cause of Athens FIR Chaos

Published January 13, 2026, 18:02
Report Reveals Cause of Athens FIR Chaos

A report has revealed that the unprecedented suspension of operations at the Athens FIR on Sunday, January 4, 2026, was due to a complex web of technical failures, outdated telecommunications infrastructure, and inadequate operational coordination. The incident was not caused by a cyberattack, but by an internal technical malfunction of the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) communication systems. The cause was 'digital noise' resulting from the desynchronization of multiple transmitters, leading to the degradation or interruption of telecommunications links. The report highlights that the CAA's systems rely on obsolete technology with no manufacturer support, and proposes specific improvements.