Two Airlink planes perform a low flyover over Cape Town’s DHL Stadium ahead of South Africa’s Rugby Championship test against New Zealand on Saturday, 29 August, as part of the “Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry” series.
Flight tracking data reported by Flightradar24 shows the aircraft flew at very low altitude—less than 50 feet (around 15 metres) above the stadium—prompting alarm and criticism. The Athletic reports that the airline responds to concerns, defending the flyover after the low height figure circulated online.
Across the accounts, the common focus is the timing and the extraordinary altitude reported above the stadium. While one outlet emphasizes the stunt’s dramatic nature, another centers on the resulting public concern and the airline’s explanation following the low-flying readings. Both describe two Airlink planes making the approach over the venue immediately before the match.
