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7th Nov 2007, 14:29

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ericferret

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I doubt that the age of the aircraft is the issue.

Spares parts availability and maintenance are the areas of concern.

Current hours for S61s, some over 40,000, for Super Pumas approaching 30,000+.

Well maintained helicopters go on for ever.

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