Checkerboard Hill (Hong Kong)

China / Hongkong / Hong Kong
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The landing approach using runway 13 at Kai Tak was spectacular and world-famous. To land on runway 13, an aircraft first took a descent heading northeast. The aircraft would pass over the crowded harbour, and then the very densely populated areas of Western Kowloon.
Aircraft on final approach to Hong Kong's old airport (Kai Tak) would aim for this target, and at the last moment, bank right between two rows of highrises to line up on the runway.

Checkerboards can clearly be seen in play at the :45 second mark in the video clip below...


www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFZFFFRBejw
Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kai_Tak_Airport
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Coordinates:   22°20'6"N   114°11'3"E

Comments

  • I used to live very close to the Checkerboard Hill during my childhood, it was very interesting to see the planes turn when they approach this point!
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