Zakynthos: A Greek F-16 fighter jet made an emergency landing at an airport on Zakynthos Island, local media reported on Thursday. The fighter jet reportedly caught fire, prompting its pilot to make an emergency landing at the island's airport.

According to Anadolu Agency, the pilot was swiftly taken away from the damaged jet and is in good health. Speaking to the public broadcaster, Maria Mouzaki, the local head of the country's civil protection department, cited an engine problem as the cause of the incident.

The airport will remain closed until further notice for security reasons, Mouzaki added.