Hong Kong's Kai Tak Airport Closes After Decades of Operation
Hong Kong's iconic Kai Tak Airport officially closed its doors, marking the end of an era for the city's aviation. The closure paved the way for the new Chek Lap Kok airport, significantly changing Hong Kong's landscape.
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This article was first published on July 6, 1998. Roger, over and out, Kai Tak by Rachel Clarke The lights were turned out at Kai Tak at 1.16 this morning, marking the end of the airport’s 73-year history. “Goodbye Kai Tak and thank you,” said Director of Civil Aviation Richard Siegel, before throwing the switch. As the lights went out, hundreds of people worked through the night in a hectic 13-hour operation to move the last pieces of equipment to the new airport at Chek Lap Kok, 35km...
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