HONG KONG -- A series of flight cancellations around the end of last year by Cathay Pacific Airways has highlighted a serious staff shortage caused by overly reducing pilots and crews during the COVID pandemic. The cancellations have cast a shadow over the airline's reputation as a premium operator on the eve of the Lunar New Year travel season.
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Cathay Pacific Airways plagued by flight disruptions
Pilot shortage at Hong Kong carrier hinders effort to return to growth
Cathay Pacific Airways had to abruptly cancel about 70 flights to a wide range of destinations during the 2023 year-end holiday season due to staff shortages. (Photo by Ken Kobayashi)
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