HKBAC opens 3rd hangar as demand for business aviation in Hong Kong grows
2012 05 24
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THE Hong Kong Business Aviation Centre Ltd (HKBAC) has opened its new HK$170 million (US$21.9 million) state-of-the-art Hangar 3, which raises Hong Kong's business aviation hangar capacity by 55 per cent.
With 4,000 square metres of added floor area in Hangar 3, HKBAC will be able to accommodate six additional jets and offer maintenance inside the hangar.
Operating around the clock, the HKBAC provides aircraft refuelling, ground handling, passenger services, aircraft hangarage and line maintenance for business aircraft, their flight crew and passengers.
According to HKBAC chairman Tony Miller, the third hangar is intended to meet the rapidly growing demand for business aviation in Hong Kong. In the first quarter of 2012, the facility recorded 15 per cent year on year growth in aircraft movement. In 2011, HKBAC recorded 7,000 aircraft movements, a 24 per cent increase over 2010.
Business aviation has grown in popularity in Asia as corporate leaders and global entrepreneurs opt for private or corporate aircraft as the fastest and easiest way to travel, a company statement said.
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