Sighting
Hangzhou Airport Closure
- Date
- 7 July 2010
- Location
- Hangzhou, China ยท China
- Witnesses
- Pilot, Civilian
- Evidence
- Visual, Photo
What was reported
On the evening of 7 July 2010, Xiaoshan International Airport in Hangzhou, China, was closed for about an hour after a flight crew reported an object near the airport. Outbound flights were grounded and inbound flights were diverted, and the event was widely reported by Chinese state media and international outlets.
Official and public statements
Chinese aviation authorities confirmed the airport closure and stated that an investigation was opened. No public conclusion identifying the object was announced.
References
Source: Xinhua News Agency