Detailed text transcripts for TV channel - MSNBC - 20100418:14:02:00
Congestion flowing at lower altitudes. europe has an average of 28,000 flights a day so, even if you put up a fraction of those, it would be too many airplanes at low altitudes because there isn't room to maneuver they have to take evasive action. and jet engines use more fuel at lower altitudes so the airlines are probably discounting that for the time being. >> tom aspell, thanks. a veteran pilot is highlighting just how serious volcanic ash is when it comes to airplanes. captain rob shapiro appeared on the "today" show a short time ago. >> you're absolutely aware of the level of activity ...
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