Helicopter Lands on Greek Beach for Second Time in Weeks

A helicopter landed on the popular Zogeria beach in Spetses on Saturday afternoon, kicking up dust and surprising sunbathers. This marks the second time in recent weeks that a helicopter has landed on a public Greek beach, drawing immediate attention from authorities.

Police and Coast Guard forces quickly responded to the scene. The pilot was arrested on the spot, and the helicopter remained guarded on the beach. Witnesses reported that the passengers departed by sea taxi shortly after the landing.

The Zogeria beach is a well-frequented spot on Spetses, attracting many visitors daily. The incident echoes a similar event in early August at Milos's famous Sarakiniko beach, where a helicopter's surprise landing also caused a stir among swimmers.

In the Milos case, a businessman captured the moment on video. The helicopter's owner and his companions reportedly disembarked for a swim. Later reporting revealed the pilot had notified air traffic control of a flight plan change only five minutes before landing at Sarakiniko, despite initially intending to land at Alikes beach. The helicopter's flight data is expected to be submitted as evidence to the Civil Aviation Authority.