A cargo aircraft skidded off the runway at Hong Kong International Airport, colliding with a service vehicle and partially plunging into the sea. The accident resulted in the deaths of two airport staff and prompted an immediate investigation into the cause of the crash.
A cargo plane accident at Hong Kong International Airport has left two airport staff dead and several others injured after the aircraft skidded off the runway during landing early Monday morning.
According to local authorities, the cargo jet — reportedly arriving from Dubai — lost control shortly after touching down amid heavy rainfall and reduced visibility. The plane veered off the main runway, struck a ground service vehicle, and came to rest partially in the waters off Lantau Island.
Emergency crews rushed to the scene, working to rescue trapped personnel and secure the wreckage. Firefighters battled minor blazes that broke out near the aircraft’s left engine, while divers were deployed to search the submerged section of the fuselage.
The Civil Aviation Department (CAD) has launched an immediate investigation to determine the cause of the accident. Early reports suggest a possible combination of weather conditions and mechanical failure, but officials have not yet confirmed details.
Operations at Hong Kong International Airport were temporarily suspended, causing multiple flight delays and diversions. By late afternoon, partial services had resumed, though authorities warned travelers to expect ongoing disruptions.
Witnesses described a “terrifying scene” as alarms sounded and emergency vehicles rushed onto the tarmac. One airport worker told local media, “We heard a loud bang and saw smoke coming from the far end of the runway. It was chaos.”
The airline involved has not yet released an official statement but has pledged full cooperation with investigators.
This tragic incident marks one of the most serious aviation accidents in Hong Kong in recent years and raises renewed concerns about runway safety under severe weather conditions.
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