1946Founded
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CX · CPAIATA · ICAO

About the airline

Cathay Pacific (CX/CPA) is the flag carrier of Hong Kong, founded in 1946. Based at Hong Kong International Airport, it operates a modern fleet and serves as a major hub for Asia-Pacific aviation.

Fleet

Cathay Pacific Airways (IATA: CX, ICAO: CPA) is Hong Kong's principal airline, established in 1946. The carrier has grown into a significant player in Asian aviation, connecting passengers across the region and beyond from its main hub at Hong Kong International Airport.

The airline operates a focused fleet centered on the Airbus A319, a narrow-body aircraft optimized for medium-range regional routes. This fleet composition reflects Cathay Pacific's strategy to efficiently serve point-to-point connections throughout Asia and selected long-haul markets, balancing capacity with operational flexibility.

As the dominant carrier at Hong Kong International Airport, Cathay Pacific benefits from one of Asia's busiest aviation hubs, offering strong connectivity to mainland China, Southeast Asia, and beyond. The airline maintains a reputation for reliability and service standards across its network.

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