No-Fly Zone Carries Political Clout

By David A. Fulghum davef@aviationweek.com, Robert Wall wall@aviationweek.com .
WASHINGTON, LONDON .

The United Nations has approved establishment of a no-fly zone over Libya, and Tripoli’s government has brought the conflict to a screeching halt by declaring a unilateral cease-fire.

Nonetheless, planning and preparations for setting up the aerial screen over Libya continue. While aircraft and helicopters in flight will be considered legitimate targets, airfields, aircraft on the ground or military vehicles such ...

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