Concorde flights spark UK France anger over US rejection
Britain and France bemoan U S refusal of overflight rights for the Concorde as Heathrow and Orly prepare commercial launches. Paris and London warn of political consequences and possible reprisals affecting American aerospace interests.
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Concorde ban sparks transatlantic aviation tension
In a dispute over Concorde the United States faces global pushback as Britain France and France threaten boycotts and U S hearings weigh a possible ruling. London and Paris warn of deteriorating ties with potential court and congressional challenges to any decision.
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