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Worker, 62, dies after falling from platform while repairing plane at Hong Kong airport

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A 62-year-old worker died after falling from a six-metre-high platform while repairing an aircraft at Hong Kong International Airport. The incident occurred at a worksite operated by the Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company (HAECO) and was reported to police at 8:35 am on Monday. Preliminary investigations suggest the worker accidentally fell from the platform. The incident highlights safety concerns in aircraft maintenance operations.

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HAECO may face compensation claims and legal costs.

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A 62-year-old worker died after falling from a six-metre-high platform while repairing an aeroplane at Hong Kong International Airport.

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Preliminary investigations indicate the worker accidentally fell from a six-metre work platform while repairing a plane.

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  • HAECO may face compensation claims and legal costs.
  • Operational delays during investigation could impact productivity.

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A 62-year-old worker has died after falling from a six-metre-high (20-foot) platform while repairing an aeroplane at the Hong Kong International Airport. Police received a report at 8.35am on Monday that a worker had been injured after falling from a height at a worksite operated by the Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company (HAECO).

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Preliminary investigations indicate the worker accidentally fell from a six-metre work platform while repairing a plane.

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A 62-year-old worker died after falling from a six-metre-high platform while repairing an aeroplane at Hong Kong International Airport.

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Police received a report of the incident at 8:35 am on Monday.

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The worksite is operated by the Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company (HAECO).

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