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Frequency Error Triggers NATO Intercept of Cathay Pacific A350
A Cathay Pacific Airbus A350 flying from Hong Kong to London lost communication over Romania after the flight crew accidentally tuned into an incorrect radio frequency. Responding to instructions intended for another aircraft, the pilots missed the error, creating a NORDO situation that prompted Hungarian fighter jets to intercept the widebody. The crew restored communications following a visual warning and landed safely. This event underscores the critical necessity of verifying callsigns during busy frequency changes and maintaining strict radio discipline when crossing international boundaries.
