Plane spotters
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In November 2001 a group of British tourists were arrested and put on trial for spying in Greece. They were not spies, but aircraft enthusiasts. Hear how their British hobby resulted in suspicion, and ultimately jail. Paul Coppin with Greek police. Photo AP News.
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