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UK plane for nuclear examinations
The Press Association: UK plane for nuclear examinations
'An MoD spokesman said: "Following the recent events in North Korea and to support the international community's efforts during this time of increased political tension, we can confirm that the UK is supporting in the associated verification efforts by deploying a VC10 aircraft to Kadena airforce base in Japan.'
Britain sends aircraft for N.Korea blast probe
Britain sends aircraft for N.Korea blast probe | Top News | Reuters
2006
France: Claimed N.Korea Nuke Test Failed - washingtonpost.com
'Britain sent a Royal Air Force VC-10 refueling plane to Japan to help the verification effort under the auspices of the United Nations _ though British officials gave no details.'
An article appeared in Air Forces Monthly during 2006 about the VC-10s role in North Korean nuclear verification.
TJ