# Tourist injuries at Skiathos Airport > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/tourist-injuries-at-skiathos-airport > Updated: 2026-08-25T12:04:11.000Z. Sources: 18. Developments: 2. Two separate incidents involving aircraft jet blasts occurred at Skiathos Airport within a four-day period in August 2026, both involving Italian tourists. On August 10, a 52-year-old woman sustained severe cranio-cerebral injuries after being struck by the exhaust of an aircraft during takeoff. While observing a commercial aircraft, the intense gust of air caused her to lose her balance and fall violently onto the asphalt. Medical examinations, including a CT scan, revealed a cerebral hemorrhage and severe head trauma. She was initially treated at the Skiathos Polyclinic before being airlifted to Volos General Hospital for specialized care. On August 13, a 50-year-old woman suffered a serious arm fracture after being caught in the strong air current of a plane preparing for takeoff. She was treated at the Skiathos Health Center. The incidents have highlighted safety concerns regarding the airport’s layout. The runway is situated in close proximity to public roads and beaches, such as Xysta, making it a popular location for plane spotters to observe aircraft at low altitudes. Reports indicate that spectators often stand behind a low perimeter wall despite warning signs prohibiting the practice. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-25: Skiathos airport accident leaves Italian tourist in critical condition An Italian tourist is in critical condition after being knocked to the ground by jet engine exhaust while watching a plane takeoff at Skiathos Airport in Greece. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/skiathos-airport-accident-leaves-italian-tourist-in-critical-condition ### 2026-08-10: Skiathos Airport: Italian tourist seriously injured by jet blast A 52-year-old Italian tourist suffered severe head injuries at Skiathos Airport after being struck by jet blast from a departing aircraft. Authorities are investigating the incident. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/skiathos-italian-tourist-seriously-injured-by-aircraft-jet-blast --- Cite as: Tourist injuries at Skiathos Airport. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/tourist-injuries-at-skiathos-airport