Rigas Feraios, GR 🇬🇷 Closed Airport
GR-0097
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146 ft
GR-E
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Local Code: Not available
Location: 39.478521° N, 22.769105° E
Continent: EU
Type: Closed Airport
Keywords: LGSV
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| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
06/24 |
4275 ft | 98 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 123.5 MHz |
Not applicable. Stefanovikio Air Base (LGSV) is not closed. It is an active military air base. There may be confusion stemming from severe flooding caused by 'Storm Daniel' in September 2023, which temporarily disrupted operations and caused significant damage, but the base has since resumed its functions.
Not applicable. The air base was never permanently closed. It has continuously served as a primary installation for the Hellenic Army Aviation.
The site is currently an active and fully operational military air base for the Hellenic Army. It serves as the main base for the 1st Army Aviation Brigade, supporting all of its subordinate helicopter battalions. Following the extensive damage from the September 2023 floods, major recovery and infrastructure restoration efforts were undertaken to return the base to full operational capability.
Stefanovikio Air Base is one of the most important military aviation facilities in Greece. It is the headquarters of the Hellenic Army's 1st Army Aviation Brigade (1η ΤΑΞΑΣ). For decades, it has been the main operational hub for the army's helicopter fleet, handling critical transport, reconnaissance, and attack missions. The base houses a significant portion of Greece's rotary-wing assets, including AH-64 Apache attack helicopters, CH-47 Chinook transport helicopters, and UH-1H Iroquois utility helicopters. It plays a vital role in national defense, NATO exercises, and civilian support operations such as firefighting and medical evacuation.
Not applicable, as the air base is not closed. It remains a key strategic asset for the Hellenic Armed Forces with no plans for closure.
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