CAD celebrates 80th anniversary (with photos)
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The Director-General of Civil Aviation, Mr Victor Liu, said, "The Government established the Directorate of Air Services on May 1, 1946, to manage local civil aviation operations, and the department was renamed as CAD in June of the following year. Over the past eight decades, CAD has grown with Hong Kong and the aviation industry, witnessing the expansion of Hong Kong airport from a single runway at Kai Tak to an international aviation hub with a three‑runway system."
To mark this significant milestone, CAD has published an 80th anniversary commemorative book, "Pioneering New Skies". This publication reviews the eight decade journey of CAD and civil aviation development of Hong Kong; and invites retired colleagues and civil aviation history researchers to share their stories, highlighting the rapid development of Hong Kong's civil aviation. In the book's preface, Mr Liu said that CAD will, as always, uphold professionalism to work with various stakeholders to promote the safe and sustainable development of civil aviation in Hong Kong; and continue its mission to connect the world and drive the industry to reach new heights. Excerpts from the commemorative book have been uploaded to the CAD's 80th anniversary thematic webpage.
At the same time, the Aviation Education Path at CAD headquarters will feature thematic exhibits in line with the 80th anniversary celebration. These additions will enrich the contents and enable visitors to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the milestones and future directions of both CAD and local civil aviation.
In addition, to strengthen community ties, CAD will hold an open day in September. A variety of activities will be arranged, including the Aviation Education Path guided tours, thematic seminars and demonstrations of the air traffic control tower simulator. Details and registration arrangements will be announced later on the dedicated webpage of the 80th anniversary.
Ends/Friday, May 1, 2026
Issued at HKT 9:00
Issued at HKT 9:00
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