AirAsia Philippines and AirAsia Malaysia cancelled more than 150 flights on 9–10 November as Super Typhoon Fung-wong (local name Uwan) battered Luzon with winds exceeding 185 kph. The list includes Manila–Hong Kong services Z2 1264 (9 Nov) and Z2 1264/1265 (10 Nov), stranding hundreds of passengers and delaying cargo consignments bound for Hong Kong’s express facilities.
Hong Kong’s Airport Authority reported minor knock-on delays but kept runways open, thanks to the storm’s west-north-west track sparing the territory a direct hit. Airlines have waived rebooking fees for travel until 17 November, though seat inventory is tight due to the ongoing Cathay crew rostering constraints.
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For employers with assignees in the Philippines, contingency plans should factor in at least 48 hours of travel disruption and possible remote-work arrangements. Cargo managers should also expect a 24- to 36-hour backlog for temperature-controlled shipments transferring via Hong Kong to Europe and North America.
The incident underscores the importance of real-time travel-risk monitoring for mobility teams, especially during the Western Pacific typhoon season, which typically peaks between July and November.
Hong Kong’s Airport Authority reported minor knock-on delays but kept runways open, thanks to the storm’s west-north-west track sparing the territory a direct hit. Airlines have waived rebooking fees for travel until 17 November, though seat inventory is tight due to the ongoing Cathay crew rostering constraints.
For employers with assignees in the Philippines, contingency plans should factor in at least 48 hours of travel disruption and possible remote-work arrangements. Cargo managers should also expect a 24- to 36-hour backlog for temperature-controlled shipments transferring via Hong Kong to Europe and North America.
The incident underscores the importance of real-time travel-risk monitoring for mobility teams, especially during the Western Pacific typhoon season, which typically peaks between July and November.
