Was the Airlink flyover too low?

Was the Airlink flyover too low?

  • No, it was awesome

    Votes: 75 46.3%

  • So long as it's within safety standards, I'm okay with it

    Votes: 49 30.2%

  • I think it's better to err on the side of caution

    Votes: 20 12.3%

  • Yes, it was reckless

    Votes: 18 11.1%
  • Total voters
    162

Airlink’s low flypast over Rugby match in Cape Town - FlightRadar24​

  • A pair of Airlink aircraft performed a low flypast over DHL Stadium
  • The lead aircraft passed less than 50 feet above the roof of the stadium
  • Reaction to the flypast is mixed, with many expressing safety concerns

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Airlink aircraft information​

The flypast was performed by a two ship formation consisting of an Embraer E195 registration ZS-YDE and an Embraer E190 registration ZS-YAE.

The E195 wears a black Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry livery, while the E190 wears a green livery of the same style.

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Airlink statement​

30 August 2026, Cape Town – Airlink notes the concerns expressed in various social media and online forums regarding yesterday’s formation flyby over Cape Town’s DHL Stadium.

The flight demanded careful planning and rehearsal, as it required navigating at low altitude, at around 150 knots. The South African Civil Aviation Authority and Air Traffic Navigation Services provided valuable guidance, approval and support to ensure a safe flyby.

The two aircraft were flown by highly-experienced crew, with each comprised of three senior captains operating in the roles of commander, co-pilot and safety/technical officer.

The flight data recorded by both aircraft confirms that the flights were performed within the SACAA’s approved and rehearsed safety altitude and speed limits for the flypast.

-Airlink Statement
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This fly over is giving FACEBOOK vibes like every uncle and aunty is bitching and moaning about it and its like consumed their lives. It's all everyone is talking about like don't you have anything else going on your life or country to talk about?

These are skilled and trained individuals who operate their aircrafts in much worse conditions. They land these planes where huge gusts of winds and everything
 
CrypticZA said:
This fly over is giving FACEBOOK vibes like every uncle and aunty is bitching and moaning about it and its like consumed their lives. It's all everyone is talking about like don't you have anything else going on your life or country to talk about?

These are skilled and trained individuals who operate their aircrafts in much worse conditions. They land these planes where huge gusts of winds and everything
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Athos said:
All these nanny states complaining about the height. This is Africa we do what we want here. It was perfect. I hope they do it again this week when I am in attendance.
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Last time I'll ever think of going to a stadium for a major match.
 
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