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Old Jun 6, 2017, 9:49 am
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WorldLux
 
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Originally Posted by Calum
Surly based on that map, Bahrain have the power to ground all flights to Qatar?
In theory: yes. I would however think that it is practically impossible to intercept aircraft on such a short stretch. Another point is: What if QR would simply continue flying. I doubt that Bahrain is going to shoot down passenger jets that will carry numerous foreigners.
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