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The Battle for Hong Kong: Cathay Pacific vs. Hong Kong…
In 1946, Cathay Pacific Airways was founded by a small group of Australian and British pilots and investors looking to bring air service to the territory then leased to the United Kingdom. After one of the men purchased an American-made…
September 18, 2018 9:52 pm ET -
Aviation History Preserved: World’s First Boeing 777 Arrives at Pima…
Arizona is a popular destination for retirees due to its consistent hot temperatures and idyllic, picturesque scenery. However, the latest retiree to change its residency to Arizona wouldn't be a 65-year old senior citizen, but rather a Boeing 777-200 aircraft…
March 14, 2018 2:16 pm ET -
Cathay Pacific Racks Up First Back-To-Back Loss In 71 Years
Hong Kong-based Cathay Pacific announced a loss of $1.45 billion HKD ($185 million USD), nearly triple the $525 million HKD ($66.9 million USD) loss reported a year ago. This loss signifies the airline's first back-to-back loss in 71 years, mainly…
March 8, 2018 8:09 pm ET -
Cathay Pacific’s First A350-1000 Rolls Out of Paint Shop
Cathay Pacific announced that its first Airbus A350-1000 rolled out of the paint shop in Toulouse, France. The new A350-1000 will add to Cathay's growing long-haul operation and will begin service to Washington-Dulles this September, making it the longest flight…
November 22, 2016 5:06 pm ET -
Cathay Pacific and Dragonair Complete Transition, Officially Become Cathay Dragon
Hong Kong-based carrier Dragonair has completed its transition with Cathay Pacific, and will now be known as Cathay Dragon. The rebranding of this new carrier consists of a new logo featuring the Cathay tail in a reddish shade. While the new name…