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Australian Navy grounded its choppers

Sydney, Australia - The fleet is expected to undergo a maintenance review

The Royal Australian Navy grounded its own helicopter fleet for a maintenance review that should be completed within this week. Fliying activity will not be completely suspended, but there may be some changes to operational program, ensured Navy sources. Australian Navy Sea King have restarted flying last June after having been grounded due to the accident occurred on April 2 when nine servicemen,...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 125582
Rome, Italy, 08/23/2005 18:43
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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