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EWN Oct 14
SACAA finalises report on Airlink’s controversial Springbok flypast: The low flypast ahead of the Springboks' Test against New Zealand in August drew local and ...
ewn.co.za/2026/10/14/sacaa-finalises-report-on-airlink-s-controversial-springbok-flypast
Travel Radar - Aviation News Oct 13
Airlink Launches Cape Town-Lanseria Flights: Airlink will launch twice-daily flights between Cape Town and Lanseria International Airport from Dec. 4, 2026 ...
travelradar.aero/airlink-launches-cape-town-lanseria-flights/
businesstech.co.za Oct 08
New flights between Cape Town and Johannesburg: Airlink has announced a new flight route between Cape Town and Johannesburg.
businesstech.co.za/news/lifestyle/878908/new-flights-between-cape-town-and-johannesburg/
Travel Radar - Aviation News Oct 04
Airlink Air Ambulances Grounded by Mexican Aviation Authority: Mexico’s Federal Civil Aviation Agency (AFAC) has temporarily grounded two aircraft ...
travelradar.aero/airlink-air-ambulances-grounded-by-mexican-aviation-authority/
Travel Radar - Aviation News Oct 03
Airforwarders Association appoints Steve Smith as Chief Executive Officer: The Airforwarders Association (AfA) has appointed aviation and supply chain leader ...
travelradar.aero/airforwarders-association-appoints-steve-smith-as-chief-executive-officer/
No fly-over for Springboks-All Blacks match at FNB stadium: Airlink has withdrawn its application for a third fly-past planned for this weekend.
iol.co.za/news/south-africa/2026-09-02-no-fly-over-for-springboks-all-blacks-match-at-fnb-stadium/
Key FactsAirlink Withdraws Application for Third Planned Fly-Past
Sep 2, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: iol.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: iol.co.za
- Airlink notified the SACAA on September 1 that it was withdrawing the approval application for the planned third fly-past.
- After the August 29 operation, the SACAA launched compliance checks and requested additional information from Airlink.
- Airlink had submitted three rugby-related fly-past applications; the first occurred in Johannesburg on August 22, and the second on August 29.
- After completing its assessment, the SACAA will provide the operator with a full report, including recommendations.
'Give that pilot a Bells': Mzansi reacts to Airlink’s low DHL Stadium fly-past: Airlink’s low fly-past over Cape Town’s DHL Stadium during the Springboks’ Test ...
iol.co.za/news/south-africa/2026-08-30-give-that-pilot-a-bells-mzansi-reacts-to-airlinks-low-dhl-stadium-fly-past/
No flyover for next Springboks-All Blacks clash as aviation regulator probes Airlink flight
news24.com/southafrica/news/no-flyover-for-next-springboks-all-blacks-clash-as-aviation-regulator-probes-airlink-flight-20260902-0874
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eNCA Sep 02
Airlink blames bad weather as it cancels FNB flyby ahead of Boks game: Airlink said the decision to withdraw its application to conduct a flyby over FNB Stadium ...
enca.com/news-sport/airlink-blames-bad-weather-it-cancels-fnb-flyby-ahead-boks-game
Airlink calls off third flyover amid safety concerns: It was a bit like waiting for the principal to make a call on the naughty schoolkids ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2026-09-02-aviation-authority-says-airlink-withdrew-application-for-risky-flyover-redux-in-soweto/
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sabcnews.com Sep 02
BREAKING NEWS: The South African Civil Aviation Authority says it is investigating Airlink’s flypast over Cape Town Stadium ... Show more
Let’s talk about that nail-biting Airlink flyover: Airlink had hearts in throats during a stadium flyover at the Springboks vs. All Blacks game on Saturday ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2026-08-31-let-s-talk-about-that-nail-biting-airlink-flyover/
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sabcnews.com Sep 02
BREAKING NEWS | Airlink has withdrawn its application for a third fly-past for this weekend. The move comes as the South African Civil Aviation Authority ... Show more
BBC Aug 31
Airlink stunt: South African airline defends low-altitude flight over packed stadium
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c3rew8jqny5o
EWN Sep 03
Airlink’s low fly-past could spell end of future aerial displays: aircraft association
ewn.co.za/2026/09/03/airlink-s-low-fly-past-could-spell-end-of-future-aerial-displays-aircraft-association
Saru confirms Springboks vs All Blacks flyover at FNB Stadium despite safety row: Following the controversy surrounding Airlink's ultra-low flyover in Cape Town ...
iol.co.za/sport/rugby/2026-09-01-saru-confirms-springboks-vs-all-blacks-flyover-at-fnb-stadium-despite-safety-row/
We calculate how low the Airlink jet was for its flyover – while its public tracking was off
news24.com/southafrica/debunking/we-calculate-how-low-the-airlink-jet-was-for-its-flyover-while-its-public-tracking-was-off-20260831-0788
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bbcafrica.com Sep 01
Airlink’s low-altitude flypast over Cape Town’s DHL Stadium has everyone talking. The two jets roared over the packed stadium before a rugby match between ... Show more
Airline Defends Decision to Fly Two Full Sized Passenger Jets So Close to a Packed Stadium That They Nearly Grazed the Roof
futurism.com/advanced-transport/airline-defends-decision-passenger-jets-stadium
South African CAA 'Looking Into' 50-Foot Stadium Flyover: South African Civil Aviation Authority said it is analyzing the stunt after ‘discussions in ...
flyingmag.com/south-africa-caa-airlink-stadium-flyover-50-feet/
Passenger jets thunder just a few meters above a packed stadium ✈️ #airlink #südafrika #kapstadt #flugzeug #rugby
50 feet above 50,000 fans. Airlink’s daring low-altitude flypast over Cape Town’s DHL Stadium has everyone talking.
The two jets roared over the packed ... Show more
POLL | Was Airlink right to cancel flyover for 3rd Springbok-All Blacks match?: Rugby fans have expressed disappointment after Airlink cancelled its pre-match ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2026-09-04-poll-was-airlink-right-to-cancel-flyover-for-3rd-springbok-all-blacks-match/
EWN Aug 30
Airlink reassures SA Cape Town Stadium flyover was conducted within approved limits
ewn.co.za/2026/08/30/airlink-reassure-flyover-over-cape-town-stadium-was-conducted-within-sacaa-s-approved-limits
Low jet flyover of packed Cape Town stadium sparks South Africa safety probe: South Africa’s aviation regulator is reviewing flight data after daring Airlink ...
scmp.com/news/world/africa/article/3366172/low-jet-flyover-cape-town-stadium-sparks-south-africa-safety-probe
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South Africa aviation regulator probes Cape Town jet flyby: Plans for another flyover at the upcoming Test in Soweto have been withdrawn.
1news.co.nz/2026/09/03/south-africa-aviation-regulator-probes-cape-town-jet-flyby/
Newzroom Afrika Sep 02
Airlink has withdrawn its application for a formation flypast planned for this weekend’s Springboks-All Blacks clash at FNB Stadium ... Show more
South African airline Airlink behind daring stadium stunt cancels next flyby, regulator says
bbc.com/news/articles/c2e0r4nwg30o
sabcnews.com Sep 02
QUESTION OF THE DAY | What do you think about Airlink's decision to cancel its flypast for the FNB Stadium in Johannesburg on Saturday? @SABCNews_TV #FullView #SouthAfrica
FNB turns Airlink flyover into viral banter on X with major brands : Bank invites airline to ‘their house’ ahead of the Soweto clash
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2026-09-02-fnb-turns-airlink-flyover-into-viral-banter-on-x-with-major-brands/
EWN Sep 02
Dramatic Airlink flyover inspires new online game: Called Flappy Link, the game is a tongue-in-cheek take on a moment that captured plenty of attention around ...
ewn.co.za/2026/09/02/dramatic-airlink-flyover-inspires-new-online-game
The spectacle was planned, rehearsed and approved, as Airlink reassures the pearl-clutchers, yet there’s a reason we call unfortunate events accidents ... Show more
POLL | Was the backlash over Airlink’s flyover at Cape Town Stadium fair?: Airline defends demonstration, citing strict safety protocols and experienced crews
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2026-09-01-poll-was-the-backlash-over-airlinks-flyover-at-cape-town-stadium-fair/
South Africa airline causes uproar after daring stadium flyover | Africanews: Airlink, Southern Africa’s premier airline, released a statement assuring the ...
africanews.com/2026/09/01/south-africa-airline-causes-uproar-after-daring-stadium-flyover/
Dramatically low flyby by passenger jets over packed South African stadium sparks safety debate
bostonherald.com/2026/08/31/south-africa-low-flyby/
How close did two Embraer aircraft from Airlink fly over a packed rugby stadium? Even flight tracking services are unsure. 👉 More information: Passenger plane flies just over stadium roof during rugby match
Rugbypass Aug 30
What Rassie’s risky business says about the Springboks: An Airlink Embraer E195 jet has no business skimming the roof of a sports stadium ...
rugbypass.com/news/whar-rassies-risky-business-says-about-the-springboks/
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Two jets did a flyover ahead of a rugby match between the Springboks and All Blacks in Cape Town
(via CaptSpringbok, Jamie_Rossouw_ ... Show more
sabcnews.com Aug 29
The Toyota Cheetahs are preparing to face the Airlink Pumas in the final league round of the Carling Currie Cup. With one league round remaining before the ... Show more
Airlink launches Lanseria–Harare flights from 15 November, offering three weekly return trips to boost Gauteng–Zimbabwe travel demand ... Show more
Airlink to launch direct Lanseria-Harare flights from November
Airlink to launch direct Lanseria-Harare flights from November
businesstech.co.za Aug 03
New international flight launching for one of South Africa’s busiest routes: Airlink is introducing a new route from Lanseria Airport to cover one of the ...
businesstech.co.za/news/business/868493/new-international-flight-launching-for-one-of-south-africas-busiest-routes/
Airlink launches Hisense in Pakistan, ushering in a new era for consumer electronics nationwide
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sabcnews.com May 09
Key FactsHantavirus Cruise Ship Evacuation Successfully Completed
May 12, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- The MV Hondius set sail for the Netherlands after the final six passengers and some crew disembarked in Tenerife.
- A total of 94 individuals have been evacuated since the outbreak, with three fatalities linked to the rare hantavirus strain.
- Health authorities recommend a 42-day quarantine and assess the risk to the public as low due to limited contagion.
- Evacuation aimed to protect public safety while addressing passengers’ mental health during prolonged confinement.
"There was even mental breakdown for some of the passengers. It's very difficult to stay for weeks in a small container. This was the best and the only option we had," Tedros said.— Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, World Health Organization Director-General, at a press conference in Tenerife
businesstech.co.za May 07
Airlink issues important message after passenger passes away from new virus in South Africa
businesstech.co.za/news/lifestyle/859669/airlink-issues-important-message-after-passenger-passes-away-from-new-virus-in-south-africa/
Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship prompts urgent health alert for South African flight passengers
iol.co.za/news/south-africa/2026-05-06-hantavirus-outbreak-on-cruise-ship-prompts-urgent-health-alert-for-south-african-flight-passengers/
The Citizen May 08
Key FactsImpeachment Committee Established for Ramaphosa Probe
May 11, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: news24.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: news24.com
- Parliament will form a committee to investigate President Ramaphosa using an independent panel’s report on the Phala Phala incident.
- This action follows a Constitutional Court ruling that invalidated prior parliamentary rules blocking impeachment proceedings.
- The case involves allegations of hiding a 2020 burglary involving $580,000 stolen from Ramaphosa’s farm.
- Speaker Thoko Didiza outlined six procedural steps including referral of the report and amending assembly rules for the inquiry.
Parliament reaffirms its respect for the judgment of the Constitutional Court and will act in full compliance with the order and directions of the court.— Statement by Thoko Didiza, National Assembly Speaker, following the Constitutional Court ruling on the Phala Phala matter
Were you on Airlink 4Z132 on April 25? The World Health Organization has issued a call for any passengers aboard 4Z132 on April 25 to contact health ... Show more
Multiple Essex bus routes to undergo major timetable changes: Essex bus timetables change from 12 April 2026, improving punctuality, reliability ...
gazette-news.co.uk/news/26001765.multiple-essex-bus-routes-undergo-major-timetable-changes/
Hopes for £165m economy boost as Newcastle International Airport announces cargo development
sunderlandecho.com/business/hopes-for-ps165m-economy-boost-as-newcastle-international-airport-announces-cargo-development-5626881
Travel Radar - Aviation News Mar 07
Antitrust Probe Ends: South Africa’s Airlink Faces Penalty: South Africa's Airlink faces administrative penalties of up to 10 per cent of its annual turnover if ...
travelradar.aero/antitrust-probe-ends-south-africas-airlink-faces-penalty/
businesstech.co.za Feb 23
The tiny airport in South Africa named the most beautiful in the world: Skukuza Airport in Kruger National Park has been named the most beautiful airport in the ...
businesstech.co.za/news/lifestyle/849763/the-tiny-airport-in-south-africa-named-the-most-beautiful-in-the-world/
Airlink answers to predatory pricing probe a decade in the making: Knowing that the Mthatha airport code (UTT) is – almost – a perfect phonetic expression of the ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2026-03-03-airlink-answers-to-predatory-pricing-probe-a-decade-in-the-making/
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Floods force major South African airline to suspend all Hoedspruit flights: Airlink has suspended all flights to and from Hoedspruit in Limpopo due to severe ...
iol.co.za/business/2026-01-15-floods-force-major-south-african-airline-to-suspend-all-hoedspruit-flights/
sabcnews.com Jan 16
WATCH | Azwimpheleli Justice Rambau from Tshakhuma Village, outside Thohoyandou in Limpopo, is counting the cost of the devastating floods ... Show more
Airlink’s Embraer E195-E2 is officially in service. ✈️
The first jet entered service just before Christmas, making Airlink the first E2 operator in Southern ... Show more
Join us behind the scenes at Airlink of South Africa’s maintenance hangar and step inside their brand new Embraer 195-E2!
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Join us in the cockpit for landing at one of the most remote airports in the world: onboard Airlink from Johannesburg to St. Helena ... Show more
Airlink passengers endure eight-hour ordeal amid mechanical failures in Gqeberha
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2025-12-16-airlink-passengers-endure-eight-hour-ordeal-amid-mechanical-failures-in-gqeberha/
Point Hacks Dec 10 25
Airlink ERJ-135 Economy (Johannesburg - Kruger): South Africa's Airlink flies the nimble Embraer ERJ 135 from Johannesburg to Kruger. Here's our review of ...
pointhacks.com.au/reviews/airlink-embraer-135-economy-johannesburg-kruger/
AeroTime Nov 16 25
Embraer signs deal with Airlink to support new E195-E2 fleet: Embraer has signed an agreement in Dubai with South African carrier Airlink to support its new ...
aerotime.aero/articles/embraer-signs-deal-airlink-dubai-support-new-e195-e2-fleet
The Citizen Nov 06 25
Airlink suspends flights to Lesotho due to lack of safety equipment, again: This is not the first time Airlink suspends flights to the airport over the same ...
citizen.co.za/business/airlink-suspends-flights-to-lesotho-due-to-lack-of-safety-equipment-again/
sabcnews.com Nov 15 25
WATCH | The Wonderboom Airshow returns to Tshwane, featuring the South African Air Force and Airlink’s latest airliner. SABC News reporter Nondumiso Pooe is on ... Show more
UAE: Emirates to suspend flights to Damascus starting November 15: A spokesperson of the airline told Khaleej Times that airlink between Dubai and Damascus will ...
khaleejtimes.com/uae/emirates-suspends-damascus-flights-2
businesstech.co.za Nov 10 25
South Africa getting three new international flights: South Africa is set to get three new direct flight routes, including a new route to Europe.
businesstech.co.za/news/lifestyle/842371/south-africa-getting-three-new-international-flights/
EWN Nov 06 25
Airlink suspends flights from Joburg to Maseru, citing insufficient emergency response capability
ewn.co.za/2025/11/06/airlink-suspends-flights-from-joburg-to-maseru-citing-insufficient-emergency-response-capability
EWN Nov 05 25
Airlink suspends flights from Joburg to Maseru: It said that the Moshoeshoe I International Airport in Lesotho's capital did not have sufficient serviceable fire ...
ewn.co.za/2025/11/05/airlink-suspends-flights-from-joburg-to-maseru
Airlink Hotel is an inconspicuous building filled with people from London's broken housing system
👉 https://www.mylondon ... Show more
sabcnews.com Oct 17 25
WATCH | Local carrier Airlink says it's experiencing disruptions to a number of its scheduled services, affecting departures and arrivals at Kruger Mpumalanga ... Show more
EWN Oct 17 25
Airlink suspends flights to and from 4 of SA's cities due to bad weather: Airlink said there are scheduled disruptions in Kruger Mpumalanga, Pietermaritzburg ...
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