Hong Kong (CNN Business) Before the pandemic, Hong Kong was an aviation hub attracting pilots from around the world. This week, Swiss International Airlines has also suspended flights to Hong Kong, saying it is "in response to a tightening of the local quarantine provisions for crew members arriving in Hong Kong." "We have made the difficult decision to temporarily suspend flights to Hong Kong while we review operational requirements." Cathay Pacific pilots seen wearing face masks exiting the arrival hall at the Hong Kong International Airport terminal. "But the rival hubs are still in a much better position overall than Hong Kong," he said, adding that "other international hubs in the region were starting to recover in recent weeks while Hong Kong was still stuck at minuscule traffic levels."

Source: CNN December 11, 2021 02:35 UTC