On June 23, the City Police informed that at about 22:23 on June 6, the Vietnam Airlines flight route Ho Chi Minh City - Hai Phong at booth number 16, Cat Bi International Airport, informed the Approach Control Center to observe a flying object at an altitude of about 200-300 feet near the runway area.
Immediately after that, the air traffic controller used binoculars and detected a luminous object, moving up and down and from left to right. The access control center at Cat Bi airport immediately activated a coordination process to receive, verify and process information related to the activity of flying objects in the airport's no-fly and restricted-fly zones.
At 11:54 PM on the same day, representatives of the Hai An Ward Military Command determined that the flying object was a kite with a light attached. The Hai Phong City Military Command then announced that the kite had been pulled down.
By 0:00 on June 7, the flight crew of Vietnam Airlines flight Hai Phong - Ho Chi Minh City confirmed that no flying objects were found; air traffic controllers also confirmed by direct observation. After summarizing information, the runway safety team decided to return Cat Bi International Airport to normal operation.
The incident affected 3 flights, including 1 flight preparing to depart and 2 arrival flights having to divert to a backup airport.
The city police said that people flying kites, flycams or flying objects near the airport may be administratively fined from 1-40 million VND, and may even be prosecuted for criminal liability if causing serious consequences. This is a prohibited act because it directly threatens flight safety.
The Immigration Management Department recommends that people absolutely do not fly kites, balloons, or flycams in the no-fly zone, and limit flying around the airport. At the same time, comply with the regulations of the local People's Committee on ensuring aviation security and safety; If violations are detected, people should immediately report to functional agencies for timely handling.
