Nikolaos Symigdalás, a pioneering figure in Greek civil aviation, has passed away at the age of 95. Born in Chania in 1931, Symigdalás was one of the most active and influential personalities in the Greek airline industry, leaving behind a significant legacy that shaped the development of aviation in post-war Greece.
His vision and entrepreneurship transformed the sector, making him an emblematic figure in Greek aviation history. Symigdalás founded Aegean Airlines, establishing it as a cornerstone of Greece's modern transport infrastructure and cementing his place among the nation's most important aviation pioneers.