As the Paris Olympics approach, air security has been tightened, particularly in the capital. The Air Force has set up a special system. The Parisian sky will be particularly protected on July 26, the day of the opening ceremony.
A few days before the Olympic Games, France is getting active. The Air and Space Force has put in place an unprecedented security system. Helicopters will monitor these Olympics, particularly on July 26, the day of the opening ceremony.
“Alert helicopters will be present on the ground and in the air, as needed, based on orders given, in order to protect the airspace“, explains Captain Sandy, pilot of a Fennec military helicopter.
Every day, more than 12,000 planes pass through Parisian airspace. But during the Olympics, several areas will be temporarily closed to aircraft, particularly around Paris.
“This is the case for the special air safety devices for which Fennec helicopters are involved. These systems are significantly strengthened for the Olympic Games“, she continues.
During the duration of the competition, certain parts of Paris will only be accessible with a QR code. A provision intended to strengthen security.