What happened
On 27 February 2025, a serious incident involving a loss of separation occurred at Hong Kong International Airport. The event involved two heavy freighter aircraft: an Airbus A330-343 P2F (registration TC-MCR) operated by MNG Airlines, and a Boeing 777-200F (registration VP-BMU) operated by Silk Way West Airlines. The encounter took place in the airspace following the takeoff of the aircraft.
The investigation
An investigation into the circumstances and causes of this incident is currently in progress. The Air Accident Investigation Authority (AAIA) is analyzing all collected evidence and information to determine the sequence of events. As the investigation is ongoing, the authorities are currently in the process of drafting the final investigation report.