WF Scenery Studio has recently announced an update to their Hong Kong International Airport (VHHH) rendition for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 and 2024, featuring rebuilt models, enhanced details, and more.

Hong Kong International was built to replace the old Kai Tak Airport, deemed too small to handle the traffic it was handling, and to address the insane number of complaints from airlines due to the delays, a direct consequence of the fact that it could not scale up to the demand. Planning studies started in 1974, with construction work only kicking in almost 20 years later, in 1991. Completion was achieved in early 1998.

Built on a large artificial island, the total area of the airport (12.48 square kilometers) corresponds to nearly 1% of Hong Kong’s total area.

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The airport is a hub for Cathay Pacific, Greater Bay Express, HK Express, and Hong Kong Airlines, and is visited by over 100 other airlines with more than 180 destinations. It’s also the World’s busiest cargo airport, hosting Air Hong Kong, Cathay Cargo, DHL Aviation, Hong Kong Airlines Cargo, Kalitta Air, Polar Air Cargo, and UPS Airlines.

The update will feature completely rebuilt 3D models, the new terminal, which is under construction in real life, enhanced details, and extensive performance optimizations to warrant an even smoother experience.

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After Hong Kong V2, they will focus on updating Guangzhou Baiyun International, including the new runways and satellite terminals, matching up-to-date reference imagery.

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There’s no pricing or release date information just yet, but Threshold will keep you informed!

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