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Latest news and updates on Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA), which is operated by the Airport Authority Hong Kong, including coronavirus travel restrictions, and aviation and tourism issues that relate to the airport.
A Cathay Pacific jet takes off from Hong Kong International Airport in Chek Lap Kok on November 28, 2024, the day the third runway was inaugurated. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong is stepping up its competitiveness in aviation

By funding upgrades to the airport and signing international aviation deals, the city is proactively working to expand its global reach.

Cathay Pacific

Hong Kong police arrest man over trying to open plane door on Cathay flight

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police arrest man over stealing credit cards on flight from Abu Dhabi

Hong Kong transport

Self-funded pilot programme takes off as HK Express hires 11 graduates

Airline takes on 11 of 15 graduates from the Hong Kong International Aviation Academy to help fuel rapid expansion plans.

Cadet pilot programme graduates Fred Chan (left) and Tyle Tang (centre), alongside captain Jack Ip, director of flight training and engineering at the Hong Kong International Aviation Academy. Photo: Edmond So
Accidents and personal safety

Probe cites engine surge in Emirates cargo plane crash that killed 2 in Hong Kong

Experts who analysed preliminary report by Air Accident Investigation Authority say it is unusual for a plane to accelerate after touching down.

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Accidents and personal safety

Bus driver arrested after crash near Hong Kong airport leaves 18 injured

Police say bus, part of Citybus’ A12 service, crashed into planter by stop close to airport’s Terminal 1.

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Hong Kong transport

3,000 mainland Chinese, Macau drivers join Hong Kong ‘Park and Fly’ scheme

Automatic park facility, where users can leave vehicles and reach airport check-in counters within 30 minutes, welcomes first patrons on Saturday.

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The first car arrives at Hong Kong airport’s Park and Fly facility. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong passengers stuck on Starlux plane for 4 hours after sudden taxiway stop

Screams reported on board as flight to Taipei stopped on its way to the runway over a suspected oil leak, leaving 185 passengers stuck.

Hong Kong transport

Plane wreckage removal to take 2 days, probe up to a year: Hong Kong experts

First step is to determine whether the aircraft’s two halves remain partially connected underwater, vessel specialist Louis Szeto says.

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong airport closes runway as salvage vessels arrive to clear wrecked plane

Two vessels will lift the two sections of plane during operation expected to ‘last for a few days’, Airport Authority says.

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A salvage vessel at the scene of the cargo plane crash. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong transport

Exclusive | US clamp on critical software could cripple Hong Kong aviation, experts warn

Civil Aviation Department says resilient measures in place to ensure smooth and safe airport operations.

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The Integrated Airport Centre at Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong transport

US investigators, Turkish experts to help Hong Kong with fatal plane crash probe

Independent US government agency to send team for probe into cargo plane crash as crew members meet authorities ahead of salvage operations.

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Hong Kong transport

Families of Hong Kong pair killed in plane crash get no word from Emirates

Relatives of Vincent Ho and Chan Chun-yin call for airline to take responsibility, after visiting Kwai Chung Public Mortuary to identify duo.

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Airport Authority Hong Kong

Hong Kong an aviation hub for Greater Bay Area, beyond: Airport Authority chief

The HKIA serves as a vital infrastructure for Chinese firms moving to expand globally, Airport Authority chairman Fred Lam says.

A general view of the Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong

Editorial | Open inquiry, prompt report needed on fatal crash at Hong Kong airport

A full and transparent investigation and the timely release of its findings will ensure lessons are learned and unfounded rumours laid to rest.

Steven Yiu, Airport Authority Hong Kong’s executive director of airport operations, speaks during a press briefing at the city’s airport about an Emirates cargo plane that veered off the runway, on October 20. Photo Jelly Tse
Accidents and personal safety

Hong Kong probe after plane skids off runway, kills 2, in ‘suitable’ weather

Air traffic controllers had not received any calls for assistance from Emirates flight operated by Turkish charter carrier ACT Airlines before crash.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong, Elior Group in land talks for Asia’s first aircraft parts centre

Elior Group CEO Daniel Derichebourg says company in talks about how best to grow Hong Kong as aircraft dismantling, recycling hub.

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Accidents and personal safety

2 dead after Emirates plane veers off Hong Kong runway into sea - as it happened

At about 3.50am, cargo flight swerves off Hong Kong airport’s north runway and hits ground patrol vehicle before partially landing in the sea.

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Emirates flight EK9788 from Dubai veered off the runway while landing at around 3.50am and apparently struck a ground service vehicle in the process. Photo: Sam Tsang
Accidents and personal safety

Developing | 2 dead after cargo plane slides off Hong Kong runway, partly lands in sea

Police believe Emirates cargo plane struck vehicle while landing at Hong Kong International Airport. North runway is temporarily closed.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong halts HK$4.6 billion air mail centre plan amid geopolitical tensions

Project cancellation is second in October after authorities shelved HK$700 million exhibition hall in Wan Chai.

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New Openings

The buzziest new places in Hong Kong, from Zozzona to Bistro Hoi An

Enjoy a slice of The Controversial at Emmer Pizzeria, or grab a coffee eggnog at Hong Kong airport’s new Urban Coffee Roaster.

A Brussels sprouts-topped creation at Emmer Pizzeria. Photo: Emmer Pizzeria
Your Perfect Week

Your cheat sheet for the best things to do in Hong Kong this week

Sip a Hemingway-inspired cocktail at The Old Man, check out contemporary art at Tai Kwun, and see a monster Labubu installation at Hong Kong International Airport.

Hong Kong International Airport and artist Kasing Lung recently unveiled the The Monsters × HKIA art experience to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the globally popular The Monsters series. Photo: Dickson Lee
Super Typhoon Ragasa

Many stranded at Hong Kong airport after last flight departs at 6pm

Airport Authority says it handled 600 scheduled flights, about half of its daily average of 1,100.

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Super Typhoon Ragasa

Passengers rush to rearrange flights at Hong Kong airport as Ragasa approaches

Travellers facing major disruptions, with at least 700 flights set to be cancelled by city’s four airlines alone in coming days.

Super Typhoon Ragasa

Super Typhoon Ragasa: Hong Kong to axe 700 flights, 4,000 officers on standby

Forecaster issues T3 signal at 9.40pm, with warning to be upgraded to T8 at 2.20pm on Tuesday.

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Flight operations will be significantly reduced after 6pm on Tuesday. Photo: Eugene Lee
Banking & finance

Policy address: Hong Kong unveils measures to boost financial centre status

Lee unveils plans to encourage more mainland banks to set up in city, tax incentives for family offices, and possible use of RMB to settle certain government expenditure.

Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu delivers his fourth policy address. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s Cathay Cargo extends services to cover land shipping for bay area

Analyst says first-of-its-kind operation will help cargo arm of Cathay Pacific fend off competition amid worsening geopolitics.

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong airport’s revamped Terminal 2 offers expanded parking at new coach hall

Spaces for limousines, tour buses, and local and cross-boundary coaches will be located in the new coach hall, Airport Authority says.

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