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Japan searches for new jets to carry emperor, PM

Govt to introduce planes in year starting April 2019

Published Thu, Jan 30, 2014 · 10:00 PM

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Tokyo

JAPAN is preparing to replace the ageing Boeing Co 747-400s used on official visits by the emperor and the prime minister after more than two decades of service.

Authorities have asked interested parties to meet on Feb 3 to brief about the purchase plan and receive feedback, according to a Jan 27 notice on a government website.

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