Back to Kai Tak: A Look at Hong Kong's Aviation History through Aviation Collectibles (Revised Edition)

Decades ago, the experience of ""taking a plane"" was synonymous with Kai Tak Airport, which faithfully served Hong Kong for over seventy years before ceasing operations in 1998. Despite its historical closure, many Hong Kong residents fondly recall this ""old neighbor"" and the iconic sight of planes gracing the city's skyline. At Kai Tak Airport, countless farewells were bid, classic planes were admired, and numerous historical moments unfolded, leaving an indelible mark on the collective memory of the city. In this book, esteemed collector Ng Bang Mau shares his extensive collection of memorabilia, including old photos, printed materials, airline travel bags, and advertising leaflets, offering readers a captivating journey back to the Kai Tak Airport of yesteryears. The revised edition also features precious first flight covers and aviation first day covers, presenting a compelling narrative of Hong Kong's early aviation development and evoking nostalgia for the allure of aviation.