The Civil Aviation Department (CAD) expressed serious concern over an incident on July 4, in which a Cathay Pacific Airways (CPA) flight from Hong Kong to London's Heathrow experienced a temporarily loss of communication with local air traffic control unit during its flight. CAD has instructed CPA to follow up seriously and submit an investigation report within one week. 

     Preliminary information indicated that the flight adhered to its authorised routing throughout the journey. The flight later arrived at its destination safely.

     CAD has instructed CPA to conduct a comprehensive review of the incident, including the operation condition of the aircraft, setting of communication equipment and communication with local air traffic control unit. CPA has also been requested to thoroughly investigate the cause of the incident and to submit a detailed report. CPA is conducting a comprehensive review as instructed, including meeting with relevant crew members. Upon receipt of the relevant report, CAD will conduct a review and follow up with the airline as appropriate. 

Ends/Thursday, July 9, 2026
Issued at HKT 20:33

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