News Categories

Air Transportation: November 27, 2001

Archives

While Italy pulled out of the A400M air transport program, some factions in the government want to go ahead. Foreign Minister Ruggiero wants to proceed, paying $1.26 billion for 16 aircraft out of the Ministry of Industry. This would, Ruggiero insists, be necessary to show that Italy is committed to maintaining a European aviation industry. Defense Minister Martino, however, has blasted the A400M as "useless" as its operating characteristics don't match up with Italian mission requirements.Stephen V Cole

X

ad

Help Keep StrategyPage Open

First came Facebook, then came Twitter, and finally, AI has arrived. They have all caused a decline in our business, but AI may be the deadliest innovation. We are currently in survival mode. Our writers and staff receive no payment in some months, and even when they do, it is below the minimum wage for their efforts. You can support us with your donations or subscriptions. Please help us keep our doors open.

Make sure you spread the word about us. Two ways to do that are to like us on Facebook and follow us on X.

Subscribe   Donate   Close