Media Statement

The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) issued a media statement confirming it is investigating a flypast conducted by Airlink on 29 August 2026 ahead of a major rugby match at the DHL Cape Town Stadium. The SACAA states that Airlink had applied for three flypasts under Part 91.06.32 regulations, with the second one approved after simulator practice and safety briefings. The regulator has begun compliance verification, requested additional data, and confirmed that Airlink has withdrawn its application for a third flypast. Safety remains paramount, and a full report will be shared once the assessment concludes.