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Hong Kong's Kai Tak Airport closes after 73 years

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The old Kai Tak Airport in Hong Kong officially closed its operations on July 6, 1998, after 73 years of service. The closure marked the end of an era, with Director of Civil Aviation Richard Siegel delivering a final farewell. Hundreds of staff worked through the night to transfer essential equipment to the new Chek Lap Kok airport, located 35 kilometers away, completing the transition in a 13-hour operation. AI

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Hong Kong's Kai Tak Airport closes after 73 years

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    ‘Goodbye and thank you’: Hong Kong’s old Kai Tak Airport closes - SCMP archive

    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 S…

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