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South Africa probes Airlink’s low stadium flypast and cancels planned third pass

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South Africa’s aviation regulator is seeking more information from Airlink after two flights over Cape Town’s DHL Stadium ahead of the Springboks-All Blacks rugby Test triggered public debate over safety procedures. Airlink has since withdrawn its application for a third flypast planned ahead of another match at FNB Stadium.

Discovered 2026-09-02T07:51:14.485802-07:00 | 2026-09-02T07:51:14.485802-07:00

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  • The regulator’s review puts operational approvals, flight profiles and oversight of ceremonial flypasts under scrutiny after the Cape Town event drew public attention.
  • Airlink’s withdrawal of a planned third pass at FNB Stadium demonstrates an immediate operational consequence while the aviation authority seeks additional information.

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