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A USD 50m airplane

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Objections against Malaysian Prime Minister for the acquisition of a new aircraft

Malaysian Prime Minister, Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, caused confusion among parliamentary opposition politicians after ordering a new airplane worth USD 50m. He would have not respected the promise to rein in spending since he took office three years ago. The Airbus A-139, ordered by state leasing firm Penerbangan Malaysia, will be used by the Prime Minister, the King and other leaders. The purchase...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 73287
Rome, Italy, 01/30/2007 16:53
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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