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DHL refuses to curb noisy planes at Brussels Zaventem Airport

Brussels, Belgium - As from 2011 it will become its major European hub

Yesterday, DHL refused the Belgian government demand to curb the use of noisy planes as part of the American firm's plan to turn Brussels Zaventem Airport into its major European hub. The US courier insists it needed to boost intercontinental flights using the disputed MD-11. As from 2011 - when the new hub will start - the firm will operate at least 16 services using such aircraft. "Our business plan...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 105657
Rome, Italy, 10/20/2004 12:49
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