Larnaca Airport successfully completes emergency drill

Hermes Airports conducted a successful emergency exercise at Larnaca International Airport, involving key agencies such as the Department of Civil Aviation, Cyprus Police, Fire Brigade, Cyprus Airways, and various government services. The drill aimed to improve preparedness and coordination among all airport-related entities during emergencies.

According to the scenario, smoke was detected in an aircraft cabin as passengers boarded. The crew ordered an immediate emergency evacuation, triggering the airport’s emergency response plan. Hermes Airports expressed satisfaction with the exercise, noting it as a valuable opportunity to test response times and teamwork.

Hermes officials stated that the exercise is part of ongoing efforts to enhance safety protocols. The findings will be evaluated to further strengthen emergency response procedures and overall performance across all involved services.