Faced with the challenge of storing its entire fleet during the COVID pandemic, Cathay Pacific turned to an unexpected oasis: Alice Springs. This remote location, far from the ocean with its low humidity and on-site maintenance facilities, became the perfect refuge for 76 Cathay Pacific aircraft. Accompanying the fleet were five dedicated Cathay engineers, joining over 100 local engineers and mechanics, all working tirelessly to preserve and maintain the aircraft in the harsh desert environment.
In the first two weeks, the engineering team performed a series of critical preservation tasks to prepare the aircraft for long-term storage. This meticulous process included read more ⇒
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