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Airlink defends low-level rugby flyby

Published August 31, 2026 · Updated August 31, 2026 · The Guardian

Airlink defended a low-level flyby by two Embraer jets over Cape Town stadium before the SA vs NZ rugby test, despite sparking a safety debate.

Two Embraer jets operated by Airlink flew dramatically low over the Cape Town stadium before the second rugby Test between South Africa and New Zealand on Saturday.

While the stunt drew huge cheers from the estimated crowd of 56,000, it sparked a major debate over safety risks. Airlink insists the flyby was conducted according to regulations. syntagm.co.za

Airlink defends low-level rugby flyby

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