Greater Bay Airlines’ first plane touches down in Hong Kong

Greater Bay Airlines’ first aircraft has landed in Hong Kong, as it seeks to become the city’s newest carrier while awaiting the regulatory permit and licence necessary to fly passengers and cargo. The Boeing 737 left the Kazakhstan capital Nur-Sultan just after 9am Hong Kong time, arriving at its permanent home at Hong Kong International Airport at 3.24pm on Tuesday. CEO Algernon Yau Ying-wah said in an online post on Monday night: “The first Greater Bay Airlines aircraft is on its way to Hong Kong. A key milestone in the airline’s history! Thanks to the team for all efforts made! Hats off!” After being painted in the company colours last month, the Hong Kong-registered aircraft was flown from Guangzhou to Hamburg, Germany, where it has been conducting flight tests. The single-aisle 737 holds more than 170 passengers.<br/>