Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific investigates wrong taxiway use at Manila airport
Carrier says it is cooperating with local authorities in probe into incident, which led to delays for two incoming planes
The airline said on Thursday it was cooperating with relevant authorities in an investigation into the incident involving flight CX918 from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Hong Kong on Wednesday.
“During taxi for departure, the aircraft made incorrect use of a taxiway,” a spokesman said.
As a precaution, Manila Air Traffic Control asked two incoming planes to hold their landing to clear the way, he said.
The traffic control tower later cleared CX918 to enter the runway again and depart for Hong Kong.
“At no time was the safety of passengers or crew compromised. Cathay Pacific is conducting a thorough investigation and is cooperating fully with the relevant authorities,” the spokesperson said.