ATHENS, Sept. 9 (Xinhuanet) -- The Athens International Airport "Eleftherios Venizelos" is ready to welcome members of the Paralympic Family, having taken all the measures necessary to serve athletes, escorts and spectators, according to a company press release issued on Thursday.

    On Friday, "2,000 members of the Paralympic Family are expected to arrive, while a total of 670 aircraft movements have been scheduled from/to Athens International Airport during the day," the company said.

    "Until Monday, September 13, Athens International Airport is expected to welcome 4,462 members, on the basis of the latest figures," it added.

    Additionally, the airport "is in full compliance with the strictest specifications regarding the infrastructure providing for the facilitation of people with disabilities," it said.

    The Paralympic Games is scheduled for September 17-28. Enditem