CAD reminds public of establishment of temporary restricted flying zone

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     The Civil Aviation Department (CAD) today (July 6) reminded the public that a temporary restricted flying zone (RFZ) will be established in the waters off Tsing Yi from tomorrow (July 7) to July 11. All aircraft, including planes and helicopters, will be restricted from entering the area concerned. Other flying activities will also be restricted within the RFZ.

     "To facilitate arrangements for special operation, the CAD will establish a temporary RFZ in the waters off Tsing Yi (see the area indicated by a red dotted line in the attachment) with effect from 7am tomorrow to 10.30am on July 11. No aircraft will be permitted to enter the zone, except for Government Flying Service flights," a spokesman for the CAD said.

     "Other flying activities, such as the flying of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS or drones), model aircraft, kites and captive balloons, and mass release of small balloons etc, will also be restricted within the temporary RFZ," he added.

     Airlines and pilots have been informed of the establishment of the temporary RFZ via the Notice to Airmen.

Ends/Thursday, July 6, 2017
Issued at HKT 16:48

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