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Airbus turbulence over Borneo, Qantas: "There is no link to other recent incidents involving A-330s"

Perth, Australia - The Australian carrier confirms its trust in the aircraft

Following the strong turbulence crossed by a Qantas Airbus A-330/300 that caused the injury of 7 people - over the island of Borneo while it was en route from Hong Kong (China) to Perth (Australia) with 206 passengers and 13 crewmembers (see AVIONEWS) - David Epstein, a top manager of the airline, reaffirmed the company's commitment to this aircraft model. "The aircraft most likely encountered what...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1106198
Rome, Italy, 06/23/2009 12:18
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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