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Europe aims for environmentally-friendly all-electric fuel cell flight by 2009 as part of €4.5m Sixth Framework research drive
A 1h flight of a fuel cell-powered, electrically propelled two-seat aircraft by the fourth quarter of 2009 is one of the goals of a three-year, €4.5 million ($5.93 million) European Union research project.
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From onboard the Charles de Gaulle aircraft carrier: French close-air-support gets more punch as Super Etendards receive improved ground-attack and reconnaissance capabilities
The French navy's aircraft carrier FNS Charles de Gaulle will leave its home port of Toulon early next month for a four-month cruise to the Indian Ocean, for the first time embarking Dassault Super Etendard Modernisé fighter-bombers modified to the final Standard 5 configuration.
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NewsUS FAA to end ETOPS range restrictions for qualified aircraft
Historic decision will allow unrestricted global flying by equipped aircraft
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Deadly lessons: Flight safety review
It is getting safer to fly, but the record in some parts of the world remains a challenge. We assess last year's figures and the prospects for 2007
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Future Proofing: Can risk analysis prevent more catastrophes?
Can analysis of data from past accidents be used to predict and even prevent more catastrophes? A US task force believes being proactive can pay
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AirAsia owners set sights on low-cost long-haul
New airline to operate A330-300s or 777-300ERs and could serve Australia and UK
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Fatal accidents cut but CFIT still kills
Fewer losses in 2006 as long-term safety trend resumed