In a video message to employees, CEO
The company didn't immediately respond to a request for confirmation.
On Tuesday, Cathay announced a 90% reduction in flight capacity to mainland
The carrier cut 30% of its worldwide capacity for two months.
The airline used similar “special leave” in 2009 and during the 2003 outbreak of SARS, or severe acute respiratory syndrome, which also led to cuts in flights.
“I am appealing to each and everyone one of you to help,” Tang was quoted as saying.
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