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AHK drones over Limassol and mountain towns. Inspections begin today.
Cyprus electricity supplier AHK, also known as EAC, is launching its scheduled distribution grid inspection drone flights today. On Thursday, October 8, between 9:00 and 11:00 AM, the drones are expected to appear over the Omonia and Chalkoutsa districts of Limassol.
From October 8 to 21, inspections will also cover the Ypsonas industrial zone and eleven towns along the route towards the Troodos Mountains. AHK assures that flights will be short and limited to areas where the electrical grid and related equipment need to be inspected.
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Today, inspections in two districts of Limassol
The first date indicated in the announcement applies to Omonia and Chalkoutsa. Residents of these parts of Limassol may see drones during the morning hours.
The 9:00 to 11:00 AM window indicates the scheduled time of operations. It does not mean that the devices will fly continuously over every location in both districts for two hours. The operator announces short flights related to specific inspection needs.
From Ypsonas to Kakopetria
The second part of the schedule covers the period from October 8 to 21. The list includes the Ypsonas industrial zone, as well as Alassa, Monagri, Doros, Trimiklini, Saittas, Kato Amiantos, Platania, Kakopetria, Galata, Sina Oros, and Temvria.
For these locations, AHK did not provide specific times or days for each location. The 9:00–11:00 AM window only applies to flights scheduled for October 8 in Omonia and Chalkoutsa.
Inspection of the electrical network
Where and when will AHK drones fly?
October 8, 2026, 9:00–11:00 AM
Omonia and Chalkoutsa in Limassol.
October 8–21, 2026
- Ypsonas Industrial Zone
- Alassa
- Monagri
- Doros
- Trimiclini
- Saittas
- Kato Amiantos
- Plantain
- Kakopetria
- Galata
- Sina Oros
- Temvria
No specific flight times or dates have been published for the October 8-21 locations.
Drones will check the network and equipment
According to the announcement, the devices will be used to inspect the electrical distribution network and its equipment.
AHK emphasises that the activities are to be carried out solely for this purpose and in accordance with applicable regulations regarding unmanned aerial vehicles.
The announcement allows residents to check whether their area is on the list of planned inspections. However, it does not provide detailed flight routes or information about the type of drones used.
Sources: AHK press release, Philenews, StockWatch
