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The Independent UK
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Helen Coffey

Airbus and Boeing pull out of Russia in major blow to country’s aviation industry

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Both Airbus and Boeing have withdrawn support from Russia’s aviation industry following the country’s invasion of Ukraine.

Boeing confirmed on Tuesday that it was suspending all parts, maintenance and technical support for planes in Russia, while Airbus followed suit on Wednesday.

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