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India: flight safety at risk
At least 55 soldiers have lost their lives in over 50 accidents in just over 5 years

The Armed Forces of India are grappling with the fourth major aviation accident in six months recorded by Hal-Dhruv light helicopters. Added to these is the recent crash of a Soviet-made MiG-21 fighter into the ground. This draws a disturbing series of military accidents that have affected the country's air force, with 55 servicemen having lost their lives in over 50 accidents in just over 5 years. "Both...
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AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency