Athens Flying Week 2019, Tanagra Air Force Base.
The Ρ-3Β Orion is a long-range, four-propellar aircraft which greately cooperates with the navy. It originates from the United States and its true purpose is to detect ships, submarines and mines. Although it was first launched in the 1960s, it still remains up until today as one of the most trustworthy aircrafts for the job. The aircrafts are grey and they are handled and maintained by the 353 Naval Cooperation Squadron, which consists of staff from the Hellenic Air Force and Navy. The aircraft’s capabilities, include antisubmarine warfare, maritime research and monitoring and naval support.