Hong Kong International Airport
Characteristic
Hong Kong International Airport at Chek Lap Kok, Lantau Island, came into operation in July 1998 and has been named one of the "Top 10 Construction Achievements of the 20th Century". It covers a site area of 1,255 hectares and has 2 runways of 3,800 m in length. Passenger Terminal 1 is about 9 times the size of the former Kai Tak Airport, with a length of 1.27 km. The whole building with a towering arched roof is lined with glasses on four sides and the use of natural light becomes an integral part of the terminal design. Passenger Terminal 1 has a floor area of 570,000 sq m, accommodating 369 check-in counters, passenger information kiosks, etc. The replica of the Farman bi-plane commemorating the first flight in Hong Kong is a feature in the hall. Inside the building is also a shopping mall with over 160 retail shops and 60 food and beverage outlets. The Meeters and Greeters Hall is located in the centre of the Arrivals Hall. Passenger Terminal 2 has been suspended from operation for expansion as part of the Three-runway System project.
Facilities
Check-in counters, passenger information kiosks, shops, Meeters and Greeters Area, Hong Kong Tourism Board Visitor Information Centre, etc
Application Forms
Organisation
Airport Authority
Contact
Corporate Affairs Department
How to Apply
Apply in writing with information on the location, date, time, synopsis of the film, description of the scenes and relevant scripts, equipment list, size of the crew and cast. If all required information, including the insurance, is provided, a Filming Permit will normally be granted within 7 working days.
Large or complicated projects requiring special arrangements may require more than 7 working days.
Fees
| First 4 hours (minimum hiring period) | Each hour or part thereof | |
|---|---|---|
| Inside terminals | $12,000 | $3,000 |
| Outdoors | $6,000 | $1,500 |
Security deposit : Equivalent to the estimated total charge for the project (estimated rental costs plus other costs)
The estimated total fees plus the security deposit must be paid before the issuance of a Filming Permit. Actual fees will be calculated on completion of the location shooting.
PLI cover
$20 million (A higher insurance cover may be required for very large/ complicated projects or for filming within 20 metres from any aircraft. The amount will be considered on a case-by-case basis.)
Remarks
As a general rule, filming would only be considered during non-peak hours (0100 - 0500 hours). Holidays should be avoided when the airport is busy.
Categories
Compliments to the government and public bodies that have agreed to consider applications to hire premises or facilities under their management for location filming.