Airport Implements Various Measures in Response to Super Typhoon Yagi

(HONG KONG, 5 September 2024, 1730hrs) – Super Typhoon Yagi is currently crossing the northern part of the South China Sea, affecting some flights at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA). Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) has been working closely with all relevant parties to implement various contingency measures.

Flight operations at HKIA remain smooth today. The Airport Emergency Centre has been activated, and a total of 38 flights were cancelled for the whole day.

As the winds of Super Typhoon Yagi continue to strengthen, airport flight operations tonight and tomorrow morning will be affected. AAHK will activate the Flight Rescheduling Control System to coordinate the orderly recovery of flights tomorrow. The airport is staying vigilant to ensure all facilities are secured and ready for flight resumption.

The airport will activate the Queue Ticket System for taxis after No.8 Signal is issued, facilitating passengers to obtain queue numbers via ticket machines or mobile app. Under this arrangement, passengers will not need to stand in the queue waiting for taxis. A temporary rest area has been set up in the terminal, providing chairs, mobile charging stations and other facilities. Additional manpower has also been deployed to assist passengers at the terminal. Restaurants and convenience stores at HKIA will extend their operating hours and stock up extra food and beverages.

To ensure that the airport has sufficient staff to handle passengers, AAHK has opened two employee rest centres. Additionally, shuttle buses will be arranged to transport staff to and from the airport.

AAHK advises passengers to check with their airlines for the latest flight information, and proceed to the airport only when their seats and flight time have been confirmed. Passengers can check HKIA’s website, or “My HKG” mobile app for latest flight information.