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Low-flying U.S. choppers were off course

Bari, Italy - Gen. Wagner admits pilot's responsibilities

U.S. Gen. Robert Wagner, referring to the low-flying choppers episode of few days ago, declared, during talks with State Attorney Nicola Barbera, that "pilots were on a non-authorized course". The rotating blades of the three helicopters whipped up ferocius whirlwinds yanking up umbrellas causing injuries among beachgoers. Gen Wagner also affirmed that "pilots must respect rules". District Attorney...

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Rome, Italy, 08/21/2002 15:13
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