The Ngong Ping 360 cable car system in Hong Kong commenced operations on September 18, 2006, following a period of delays caused by typhoon activity. The opening date placed the attraction in a month that the Hong Kong Observatory identifies as having significant wind exposure.

According to historical data collected at the Ngong Ping site between 2002 and 2005, the area experiences windy conditions with gusts reaching up to 90km/h for an average of 5.5 days throughout September. While the summer months of June, July, and August are statistically the windiest, the timing of the launch raised questions regarding the operational stability of the cable car system during periods of high wind. The Hong Kong Observatory provided the weather forecasts that informed these assessments of the site's environmental conditions. The project, which serves as a major tourist attraction, faced scrutiny regarding its safety and reliability in the face of the region's unpredictable weather patterns.