Hong Kong Airport Faces Criticism Over Extended Runway Closure
An emergency landing by a cargo plane led to an eight-hour shutdown, affecting hundreds of flights and prompting calls for better contingency planning.
- A cargo plane's emergency landing caused an eight-hour closure of Hong Kong International Airport's north runway.
- The incident resulted in delays for nearly half of the airport's scheduled flights, disrupting many passengers' travel plans.
- Legislators and aviation experts are urging the airport authority to review and improve its contingency procedures.
- The airport authority was criticized for not providing timely updates to the public and airlines during the incident.
- Safety concerns, including a hydraulic system failure and burst tire, contributed to the prolonged runway closure.
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