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Bombardier suspends production of Learjet 60 XR aircraft

Wichita, USA - The Canadian firm does not exclude to restart the production in the future

The Canadian aerospace manufacturer Bombardier has announced the suspension of the production of its Learjet 60 XR aircraft, because of the weak demand in the light aircraft market: the decision will be effective sometime this fall. In an interview released to the American newspaper "Wichita Eagle", Bombardier Annie Cossette explained that the Montreal-headquartered company could restart the production...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1143899
Rome, Italy, 07/27/2012 12:41
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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