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Aircraft and transport. Mexico: airlines axe flights because of Popocatepetl eruption

Mexico City, Mexico - But the airport of the capital remains operational

Six US airlines cancelled 47 flights to and from Mexico City and Toluca airports because of the eruption Popocatepetl volcano. US Airways, Delta, United, American and Alaska Airlines decided to ground their aircraft scheduled to depart form the capital as a precaution but the hub, which is located at about 40 km west of the volcano, is regularly operating: according to the spokesperson of the facility...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1153720
Rome, Italy, 07/05/2013 10:52
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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