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Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Germany suspends EADS helicopter purchase

Eurocopter TigerGermany is suspending its 3 billion euro (2.6 billion pounds) purchase of EADS's Tiger attack helicopter due to technical problems, potentially delaying delivery to its forces in Afghanistan until end-2011.

An internal ministry report obtained by Reuters on Tuesday said the step was being taken because of serious problems with the wiring of the helicopter built by EADS unit Eurocopter.

"Until the faults have been effectively and systematically rectified, the defence ministry plans to suspend the purchase of the ... helicopters," the report said.

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