The link above is the access to a booklet published by the Hong Kong Observatory (HKO) and has been prepared in co-operation with the International Federation of Airline Pilots (IFALPA) and the Guild of Air Pilots and Air Navigators (GAPAN). It is provided for education and reference setting out to explain what wind-shear and turbulence are, how it is caused in and around Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) and the detection and alerting systems in use.
While much of the information is HKIA specific, it provides an overview of how these potentially dangerous conditions can affect airports that are similarly located adjacent coastal areas with significant terrain and large manmade structures.
The information provided is in no way intended to replace individual air operator's or aircraft manufacturer's guidance or SOP's when encountering these hazards.
Depending on the speed of your internet connection, this booklet may take a little while to down-load, please be patient.
