Originally Posted by
tfung
I've departed Chek Lap Kok under typhoon 9 a few years ago.... I would think it's more or less apron operations that would be affected, like loading luggage, etc.. once the cabin doors are closed and plane pushed back, I think probably won't be much of an issue for a plane to take off...
Not exactly. Planes are certified to operate within certain parameters in term of wind. So this is the main factor. If the winds exceed those limits so it is a no go