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Earthquake in Pakistan (2): transport helicopters risk to be grounded

Islamabad, Pakistan - To lack money

Helicopters used to carry food and supplies to earthquake victims stranded among Himalaya mountains, could be grounded in few days when donors fail. Aid workers are trying to bring food, water and medicines in these zones also by using rafts and pack mules, but choppers, though costly, have proven the most useful. United Nations warned that when money runs out, the helicopters stay on the ground and...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 129927
Rome, Italy, 10/28/2005 13:58
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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