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Low-flying aircraft over Nicosia on Tuesday. Rehearsal for the military parade.
On Tuesday, September 29, at approximately 11:00 a.m., low-flying aircraft are scheduled over Nicosia. The National Guard said they would be part of a rehearsal for the Cyprus Independence Day military parade.
Residents of the capital may see aircraft flying lower than usual and hear the accompanying noise. The flyovers were planned in advance. The parade, for which the military is preparing, will take place on Thursday, October 1.
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What time will the flights over Nicosia take place?
According to a statement from the National Guard High Command, the test will begin around 11:00The time given is approximate, so those wishing to see the flights should arrive in Nicosia a little earlier.
The military did not specify how long the test would last or which aircraft would appear over the city. The announcement is primarily intended to warn residents about unusual movement in the sky.
Preparations for Cyprus Independence Day
This year the Republic of Cyprus celebrates 66th anniversary of the proclamation of independenceThe main state ceremonies, including a military parade, are being held in Nicosia. Tuesday's flyovers are part of the preparations for the event scheduled for October 1st.
What will change on October 1?
Independence Day is a public holiday in Cyprus. Check out how banks will operate on that day.
READ MORETuesday's rehearsal may give residents a chance to see some of the preparations before the official parade. If low-flying aircraft appear over the capital around 11:00 a.m., they will be flyovers announced by the National Guard.
Sources: National Guard High Command, AlphaNews
