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Italian Police helicopters, an endless scandal

Rome, Italy - The last model came into service in 1997

Two weeks after the crash in which the Commander Liguori and chief inspector Falivene died, the debates concerning the hoariness of the Italian Police helicopters do not appease. "Il Giornale", an Italian daily, held an inquiry in which it shows how the conditions of the helicopters are anything but reassuring: The Police Flight Units have 63 helicopters and the most recent aircraft came into service...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1081412
Rome, Italy, 10/30/2007 14:18
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