On March 29, 2018, a BOEING 747 8F was involved in an aviation accident near Chek Lap Kok, Hong Kong. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
The Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department (HKCAD) notified the NTSB of an incident involving a Boeing 747-8F on March 29, 2018. The NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist under ICAO Annex 13.
Incident Overview
The Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department (HKCAD) has notified the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of an incident involving a Boeing 747-8F airplane that occurred on March 29, 2018. The HKCAD is leading the investigation as the State of Occurrence.
Investigation Details
In accordance with the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the HKCAD investigation. This appointment is made because the United States is the State of design and manufacture of the airplane and its engines. The U.S. Accredited Representative will participate in the investigation to provide technical assistance and facilitate coordination between the two agencies.
International Cooperation
All investigative information will be released by the HKCAD. The investigation is being conducted in a collaborative manner under the framework of international aviation safety protocols. Further details regarding the nature of the incident have not been disclosed by the authorities at this time.
Related events
Same aircraft family
3 Sep 2026 — BOEING 747 (Terra Avia)
15 Aug 2026 — BOEING 747 (China Airlines)
2 Aug 2026 — BOEING 747 (Silk Way West Airlines)
22 Jun 2026 — BOEING 747 (Silk Way West Airlines)
14 May 2026 — BOEING 747-428F (Skylease Cargo)
12 May 2026 — BOEING 747 (Aerostand Airlines)
10 Mar 2026 — BOEING 747 4KZF (ASL Airlines)
13 Nov 2025 — BOEING 747 243F (Fly Pro)
20 Oct 2025 — Boeing 747-481 (BDSF) (ACT Airlines, opf Emirates SkyCargo)
What happened in the 29 Mar 2018 BOEING 747 8F accident near Chek Lap Kok, Hong Kong?
The Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department (HKCAD) notified the NTSB of an incident involving a Boeing 747-8F on March 29, 2018. The NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist under ICAO Annex 13.
Were there any fatalities in the 29 Mar 2018 BOEING 747 8F accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 29 Mar 2018 involved a BOEING 747 8F, at Chek Lap Kok, Hong Kong.
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