Cebu Pacific wants more flights to tense Hong Kong
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The Philippines’ largest budget airline is seeking additional flights to Hong Kong despite ongoing anti-government demonstrations.
In a filing before the Civil Aeronautics Board, Cebu Pacific said it was seeking added flight entitlements to Hong Kong-based on a provision under the Philippines-Hong Kong Air Services agreement that covers flights from Manila. The CAB has set a hearing on Sept. 16.
Cebu Pacific has 24 weekly flights between Manila and Hong Kong. It also operates 14 weekly flights from Clark International Airport, two weekly flights from Iloilo and nine weekly flights via Mactan Cebu International Airport.
This comes despite protests that have, at times, grounded all operations at the Hong Kong International Airport, which the Airports Council International said was the 8th busiest in the world in terms of passenger volume.
The protests were initially aimed at a bill, eventually shelved by the Hong Kong government, that would have allowed the extradition of fugitives to mainland China. Massive demonstrations, which began in June, show no signs of dissipating.
Cebu Pacific is ramping up expansion as it takes delivery of new planes.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which body is Cebu Pacific asking for additional flight entitlements from?
Which body is Cebu Pacific asking for additional flight entitlements from?
Cebu Pacific has submitted a filing to the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) seeking additional flight entitlements. The CAB has scheduled a hearing on this matter for September 16.
Q.What is the basis for Cebu Pacific's request for more flights to Hong Kong?
What is the basis for Cebu Pacific's request for more flights to Hong Kong?
Cebu Pacific is seeking added flight entitlements based on a specific provision under the Philippines-Hong Kong Air Services agreement. This provision covers flights originating from Manila.
Q.How many weekly flights does Cebu Pacific currently operate from Manila to Hong Kong?
How many weekly flights does Cebu Pacific currently operate from Manila to Hong Kong?
Cebu Pacific currently operates 24 weekly flights between Manila and Hong Kong. Also, it has 14 flights from Clark, two from Iloilo, and nine from Mactan Cebu International Airport.
Q.Why has Hong Kong International Airport been affected by the ongoing protests?
Why has Hong Kong International Airport been affected by the ongoing protests?
The ongoing protests in Hong Kong have, at times, led to all operations being grounded at Hong Kong International Airport. This disruption occurs despite the airport being the world's eighth busiest by passenger volume.
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