Archive for 2007/02


Astrium to build Mercury Probe - BepiColombo - Space Ref (press release)



Space Ref (press release)
Astrium to build Mercury Probe - BepiColombo
Space Ref (press release) - 3 hours ago
BepiColombo is scheduled to reach its destination in 2019 and enter into a polar orbit after two further swing-by manoeuvres at Mercury. ...

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Inter: Bucharest could be the next tourist destination - Ziarul Financiar

Inter: Bucharest could be the next tourist destination
Ziarul Financiar, Romania - 2 hours ago
five-star hotel of Bucharest, says that after Prague, Vienna and Budapest, Bucharest could become the next popular European travel destination.

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Poll: Film locations

The awards season is over. We’ve admired the dresses on the red carpet, applauded Helen Mirren bringing home so many awards and practised our own acceptance speeches in the mirror. But with a major tribute in the ceremony to foreign…


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Computer system could cut aircraft waiting times

Scientists at Nottingham University have developed a computer modelling system for Heathrow Airport that could help reduce the amount of fuel aircraft use as they wait for take-off. The system takes into account an aircraft’s size and speed, as well…


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PIA moves to quell fears over European flight ban

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has issued a statement following news reports over the weekend that said many of its flights to Europe would be grounded due to safety fears. The airline has said it is “unaware of any reported ban…


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Tour operators challenge flight duty

The controversial air passenger duty (APD) has come under renewed criticism today after tour operators launched “substantial” legal action. In his pre-Budget report in December, the chancellor announced the APD was to double - a pledge that came into effect…


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New Bristol-Milan route from easyJet

Low-cost airline easyJet will begin flying between Bristol International and Milan in two months' time. EasyJet will operate the daily service from April 23, 2007, with single tickets starting at just £24.99 and return flights available from £42.98. The route...
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Climate change emerges as key theme at world's biggest travel fair - Earthtimes.org


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Climate change emerges as key theme at world's biggest travel fair
Earthtimes.org - 18 hours ago
"As a principal destination for business travellers and tourists India has now established a firm place in world tourism, in particular it is also becoming
Climate Change Emerges As Key Theme At World's Biggest Travel Fair Playfuls.com
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London Ashford trials passenger jet

A passenger jet has been conducting take-off and landing trials at London Ashford Airport (LAA) as expansion plans gather pace. Sheikh Fahad al-Athel, the airport’s majority shareholder, hopes to extend the runway at LAA and build a new terminal, allowing…


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Leeds Bradford ’struggles against transport difficulties’

A recent survey concluded that Leeds Bradford International Airport could attract many more passengers if ongoing transportation difficulties were remedied. The survey by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) indicates that many locals are heading to Manchester Airport to avoid…


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