I used Kai Tak a lot in the 80s and 90s (and I also went to the Carlton). About that time China Airlines dropped a brand-new 747 into the harbour: the army had to blow the tail off with explosives as it was obstructing the runway. Shortly afterwards it was dragged out, and Kai Tak being the restricted size that it was, the only place to put it was almost outside the terminal. It made interesting viewing.........