Cyprus’ Civil Aviation Department and Larnaca municipality have issued a joint advisory prohibiting kite flying and recreational drone use near the approach and departure corridors of Larnaca and Paphos airports during the forthcoming Green Monday festivities. The traditional holiday, which marks the start of Orthodox Lent, often sees families take to open spaces—including beaches that lie directly under flight paths—to launch colourful kites. (cyprus-mail.com)
Officials warn that kites, string and small unmanned aircraft can be sucked into jet engines or collide with aircraft operating at low altitude on final approach. Specific no-fly zones have been delineated near the Hala Sultan Tekke mosque, Mackenzie beach and Pervolia, areas popular with both locals and tourists. Police patrols and signage will reinforce the ban, and offenders face fines under Cyprus’ aviation-security legislation.
While the measure is temporary, it highlights the balancing act between cultural traditions and the safety imperatives of a growing aviation sector. Hermes Airports expects passenger volumes over the long weekend to exceed 70,000, as expatriate Cypriots return home and tourists from neighbouring countries take advantage of low-season fares.
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Travel-risk advisers are briefing inbound corporate travellers to anticipate heavier-than-usual traffic on the Larnaca seafront road and to allow extra transit time to the airport. Drone hobbyists operating under EU rules are reminded that separate permissions are required for flights within airport control zones.
The Civil Aviation Department says similar advisories are likely for Easter and summer festival periods, signalling a more proactive stance on flight-safety education.
Officials warn that kites, string and small unmanned aircraft can be sucked into jet engines or collide with aircraft operating at low altitude on final approach. Specific no-fly zones have been delineated near the Hala Sultan Tekke mosque, Mackenzie beach and Pervolia, areas popular with both locals and tourists. Police patrols and signage will reinforce the ban, and offenders face fines under Cyprus’ aviation-security legislation.
While the measure is temporary, it highlights the balancing act between cultural traditions and the safety imperatives of a growing aviation sector. Hermes Airports expects passenger volumes over the long weekend to exceed 70,000, as expatriate Cypriots return home and tourists from neighbouring countries take advantage of low-season fares.
For travellers who plan to visit Cyprus during Green Monday or any other time of year, VisaHQ can help streamline the process of obtaining the necessary travel documents. Their online platform provides up-to-date information on visa requirements and allows applicants to submit forms digitally, saving time and avoiding airport surprises. Learn more at https://www.visahq.com/cyprus/
Travel-risk advisers are briefing inbound corporate travellers to anticipate heavier-than-usual traffic on the Larnaca seafront road and to allow extra transit time to the airport. Drone hobbyists operating under EU rules are reminded that separate permissions are required for flights within airport control zones.
The Civil Aviation Department says similar advisories are likely for Easter and summer festival periods, signalling a more proactive stance on flight-safety education.
