A passenger onboard a Cathay Pacific flight from Boston to Hong Kong has been taken into custody after attempting to open the emergency exit on board the Airbus A350-1000. The accused, a 20-year-old Chinese passport holder, will face charges on suspicion of violating Hong Kong's Security Ordinance.

Following the incident, cabin crew sprang into action to attend to the passenger and checked over the emergency exit to ensure it had remained fully closed. The incident was then subsequently reported to the relevant authorities. The flight was able to continue to Hong Kong without any major interruption to its regular service.

Arrested On Arrival In Hong Kong

Cathay Pacific operates a daily flight from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) to Hong Kong International

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