Gran Canaria will commemorate the 18th anniversary of the Spanair flight JK5022 tragedy this Thursday, paying tribute to the 154 victims who lost their lives in the disaster. The tragic accident occurred on August 20, 2008, when the flight crashed shortly after takeoff from Madrid’s Barajas Airport.
Local authorities and various organisations will hold a series of events to remember those who perished and to support the families affected by the tragedy. This memorial serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of aviation safety and the ongoing impact of the incident on the community.
The ceremony will include moments of silence and the laying of wreaths at the site of the tribute, bringing together families, survivors, and officials in a shared act of remembrance.
