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U.S. chopper crashes during Jordan exercises

26 May 2007 12:59:18 GMT
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AMMAN, May 26 (Reuters) - A U.S. military helicopter crashed during joint training with the Jordanian army, injuring two pilots on board, a security source said on Saturday.

"The helicopter crash took place in the last twenty four hours during joint exercises in the eastern desert area," said the source, adding the condition of the two American pilots was stable but declining to give any further details.

Other government officials were not available for comment.

The pro-Western kingdom is a staunch U.S. ally in the region and lends covert logistical help to the American military effort in Iraq, its eastern neighbour.

Amman has in recent years received increased U.S. military aid, including training and modern equipment for its army.

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