Hongqiao International Airport

Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is a major international airport serving Shanghai, China. It is one of the busiest airports in the country and a key hub for air travel. Recently, the airport has been significantly impacted by severe weather conditions. In response to the approach of Typhoon Dolphin, Shanghai authorities, including those managing Hongqiao, were forced to cancel approximately 60% of flights on a Sunday. This drastic measure was implemented following the issuance of a red alert by China's National Meteorological Centre, indicating the typhoon's imminent landfall. While the articles don't detail ongoing operations, the event highlights the airport's vulnerability to natural disasters and the critical role it plays in national and international connectivity, necessitating such disruptive cancellations to ensure safety. The airport is also situated near the Hongqiao Railway Station, a major high-speed rail hub, underscoring its importance as a multimodal transportation center in Shanghai.