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Airline lauds NY worker's 70-year career

Azriel "Al" Blackman was 16 years old when he started working for American Airlines. Seventy years later, he still loves his job.
Azriel "Al" Blackman signs an autograph for an aviation enthusiast after flying in a DC-3, Wednesday, July 18, 2012 in New York. American Airlines is celebrating the 70-year service of a New York City mechanic who says he has no plans to retire.
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Azriel "Al" Blackman

Azriel "Al" Blackman signs an autograph for an aviation enthusiast after flying in a DC-3, Wednesday, July 18, 2012 in New York. American Airlines is celebrating the 70-year service of a New York City mechanic who says he has no plans to retire.

Credit: AP Photo/Mary Altaffer

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