A Cathay Pacific plane lands at Hong Kong International Airport on November 14, 2021. The Hong Kong flag-carrier’s struggles during the pandemic have been emblematic of the entire sector as airlines scramble to keep up with shifting vaccine and travel regulations. Photo: May Tse
Opinion
Opinion
Aviation sector must be aware of the risks as pandemic abates
- Rapidly evolving travel requirements, unruly passengers, cyber threats and a chronic pilot shortage are just some of the challenges facing airlines
- Some mergers are likely as the sector slowly reopens but, overall, aviation is well-poised for recovery
A Cathay Pacific plane lands at Hong Kong International Airport on November 14, 2021. The Hong Kong flag-carrier’s struggles during the pandemic have been emblematic of the entire sector as airlines scramble to keep up with shifting vaccine and travel regulations. Photo: May Tse
