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The Civil Aviation Department (CAD) today (October 31) approved the passenger fuel surcharges for November for the period from November 1 to November 30.
The maximum levels of fuel surcharges for November will be maintained at $246 for short-haul flights and $1,093 for long-haul flights. The applicable surcharge levels are based on the ticket issue date.
Passenger fuel surcharges seek to allow airlines to partially recover the increase in operational costs due to fluctuations in aviation fuel prices. As the aeronautical authority in Hong Kong, the CAD considers and approves fuel surcharge applications from the airlines in accordance with bilateral Air Services Agreements.
Passenger fuel surcharges are reviewed regularly by the CAD. The last review was done at the end of September when the maximum surcharge levels approved by the CAD were $246 for short-haul flights and $1,093 for long-haul flights.
Ends/Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Issued at HKT 13:05
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