CAD reminds public of establishment of temporary restricted flying zone

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     The Civil Aviation Department (CAD) today (November 20) reminded the public that a temporary restricted flying zone (RFZ) will be established in the waters off Tsing Yi and over Tsim Sha Tsui Ferry Pier from tomorrow (November 21) to November 25. All aircraft, including planes and helicopters, will be restricted from entering the area concerned. Other flying activities will also be restricted within the RFZ.

     "Due to security and safety considerations, a temporary RFZ will be established in the waters off Tsing Yi and Tsim Sha Tsui Ferry Pier (see the area indicated by a red dotted line in the attachment) from 10am tomorrow to 1pm on November 25. No aircraft will be permitted to enter the zone," 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/Tuesday, November 20, 2018
Issued at HKT 21:00

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