Theseus over the Aegean

摘要

It is now more than ten years since 331 Mira (331 Squadron) 'Theseus' attained operational readiness with the Mirage 2000-5 Mk2, and the unit has reached a level of maturity. It has accumulated valuable experience in the air superiority role, both as a result of the part it plays in everyday efforts to preserve Greece's security and its participation in major national and international exercises. With a recent increase in Turkish 'provocations', Elliniki Polemiki Aeroporia (Hellenic Air Force, HAF) pilots voice their enthusiasm for the delta-wing Mirage. With no margin for error, the unit's pilots and ground crew train continuously, with realistic scenarios to counter potential threats from the east.