|
Feds Seize Helicopter In Texas That Was Bound For Iran
Federal authorities have seized an $8 million helicopter in Texas that they say was destined for shipment to Iran.
|
|
5 Comments
Font Size:
ARLINGTON (April 17, 2010)--Federal immigration agents seized an $8 million Bell helicopter in Arlington that they say was destined for shipment to Iran in violation of trade sanctions.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials said Friday that agents initially grounded the helicopter in its Arlington, Texas, hangar in December and Thursday they seized the aircraft, which is owned by the Italian company Tiber Aviation.
Special agent John Chakwin Jr., in charge of the ICE Office of Investigations in Dallas, said the case shows how U.S. export laws prevent "others from using our own technology against us."
Tiber has denied intending to ship the helicopter to Iran, according to court documents.
Latest Comments
Posted by: Rodrigo
Location: Miami
on Sep 14, 2010 at 02:08 AM
I have seen many cases of aircrafts and parts of U.S origin being shipped to IRAN through other countries that are not on U.S Sanction List such as Italy, Ireland, Singapore and not to forget the Haven for these professional "Dubai-UAE" from where many of these U.S Goods are shipped out to IRAN. The U.S. Govt. needs to pressure UAE Govt. to enforce tight controls on export to IRAN, that would be the only way. It will have to minimize this to great extent but will not stop 100% till all other countries cooperate it this fight.
Posted by: random
Location: thought
on Apr 18, 2010 at 10:47 AM
im sure there are doc. saying he was shiping it to iran other wise why report it but unless there is proof stateing he intended to ship it to the enamy our hands are tied i guess but if convicted i say jail and if he ever does get out take his citizan ship
Posted by: Scorpion
Location: Temple
on Apr 18, 2010 at 08:58 AM
We should have packed it with a 10KT nuke and detonated it upon arrival.
More Stories
KWTX.com Features
 |
Double
Dollar Deals Half Price Deals at Central Texas restaurants and businesses. A new deal every Thursday at 7:00am. |
 |
Law
Line This free service can help you find answers to your legal questions about personal injury, criminal law, bankruptcy, family law and more. |
 |
Army Way Learn all about the symbols, traditions, and customs of the US Army. |
Job of the Week
Quality Process Director - Coryell Memorial Healthcare System in Gatesville - a community based facility: Join our team as the Quality Improvement Director where you will have a strong voice in all aspects of care, from patient care to employee safety. Apply today!
Also, take a look at the most recent jobs posted to Job Board TV at KWTX.com: View More Jobs.
