Cathay Pacific’s flight cancellations hint at bigger problem, says pilot union chief


The Hong Kong carrier is facing a dire pilot shortage after its layoffs during the pandemic. - PHOTO: REUTERS

HONG KONG: Hong Kong’s flagship airline, Cathay Pacific, has cancelled more than 80 flights since Christmas Eve, sparking concerns among customers on the possibility of further disruptions.

Questions have also been raised over whether the carrier is facing deep-seated problems.

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