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New problems for Air France's A-380, blocked in New York

New York, USA - Due to a technical problem with the fuel tanks

Air France's Airbus A-380 aircraft was forced on Monday to delay its takeoff from New York to Paris due to a technical problem with the fuel tanks, as explained by the airline in a note. On board of flight AF007 there were 511 passengers, 3 pilots and 22 flight attendants. "Air France provided the passengers with accommodation -the carrier explained- All the passengers were transferred Tuesday to...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1112609
Rome, Italy, 12/16/2009 15:49
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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