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AEA: pilots' flight hours do not affect safety

Brussels, Belgium - "Pilot unions’ claims are pure self-interest"

The Association of European Airlines (AEA) has rejected claims by pilot unions that the rules governing flight duty and rest time which currently apply in Europe are unsafe. At present, Flight Time Limitation rules are covered by EU legislation. The provisions are clear and reflect the specificities of individual States, as well as the different types of operation. As such, AEA said, they have delivered...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1109897
Rome, Italy, 10/07/2009 16:01
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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