# Fatal mid-air collision of two firefighting helicopters in Greece

Two firefighting helicopters operated by an Australian company collided in mid-air in Greece, causing deaths. The company said it was deeply saddened by the incident. The crash highlights the dangers of aerial firefighting operations.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/aug/03/australia-news-live-fuel-excise-cut-jim-chalmers-cost-of-living-anthony-albanese-labor-angus-taylor-coalition-one-nation-pauline-hanson-ntwnfb) — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 22:40:12 GMT