We are so glad you were on our brand new flight! Seemed you enjoyed!

@RastaAfricanGentleman

26 күн бұрын

May the company grow back bigger and better

@goo6341

23 күн бұрын

Congrats 🥂 SA Airlines

@martinphonela9100

22 күн бұрын

congrates SAA👏👏👏

@wowent6737

18 күн бұрын

SHINE SAA SHINE!!! I WILL NEVER ALLOW THEM TO GIVE UP ON YOU!

@OfficialSouthAfricanAirways

11 күн бұрын

@@wowent6737 We appreciate the kind words! We are continuously working to expand and modernize our fleet and return to profitability.

That female Pilot there is my sister Asnath Mahapa🙌🏼🙌🏼❤️❤️❤️❤️

@reginaldmojela6718

13 күн бұрын

Proof

@ranzohlatshwayo9445

13 күн бұрын

We love her ❤❤❤

@ronwyneking2763

8 күн бұрын

Oh wow well done, I am in tears my mother=land, I am still in excile, I am coming home soon. Well done SAA

@rekless1110

6 күн бұрын

You must be immensely proud! Congrats to her!

@hlumemtonga8528

Күн бұрын

Tell her we are proud of her, as the whole country❤

Man the A340 is such a beautiful aircraft. Great to see South African Airways slowly regaining their former glory, even if its taking a while ☺️

@Flightradar24DotCom

Ай бұрын

Yeah!

@_msraviation

Ай бұрын

Hope they get a350s again soon, saa were my favourite a350 livery while they had them

@andrewmudd9181

Ай бұрын

@@Flightradar24DotCom Your Awesome Gabriel keep up the great work! Huge fan of yours here.. Do you live in the U.S?? As a Frequent flyer on United one day you should do a United video? I been a frequent flyer on United for years here in the U.S

@airedition

29 күн бұрын

I live in Sweden but was born in the US. Will definitely do a United video at some point, on my channel. Behind the scenes and special access very difficult with the US airlines so probably won’t happen on this channel! But you never know I guess.

@Rundu1987

29 күн бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂

Our government should start realizing how many people, young and old are affected by the decision made on their behalf. Its heart warming seeing those young technicians smiling again and those pilots back doing what they love. Let's Love our country guys, its all we have, our only home, we need to protect it.

@Deontjie

7 күн бұрын

We still can not forgive SAA for the billions the tax-payers had to pay to rescue them. Again, and again, and again. I will never fly with SAA again. How long they need another twenty billion?

@archiemustachie3693

4 күн бұрын

​@@Deontjieexactly!

Is it just me, or has watching this video just make one feel extra south African. Nice to see the professionalism of the team . Keep it up guys ❤

@Flightradar24DotCom

24 күн бұрын

That is very nice to hear!

First Officer Asnath Mahapa, The First Black Female Pilot In South Africa ❤️❤️❤️❤️

@Randomequestrian-pm4hl

24 күн бұрын

She is in good company with many black female pilots who have emerged since around 1999. I think the first heli pilot among these ladies was Refilwe Ledwaba, flying for SAPS. If I recall correctly, the first SAA flight with two black women in the cockpit was about 10 years ago? Many have had very versatile careers, from airforce to rescue work. Great role models for our young girls today.

@ecomandurban7183

21 күн бұрын

❤❤💯💯

@alanthom4641

19 күн бұрын

Whhaaaa...hhaaaa

Ex SAA Flight Attendant here, 1991-2008. What amazing memories!! If I could turn back time and do it again!!🥰

Proud to see the South African ladies at work ❤

@knightofceylon-ms1us

23 күн бұрын

Very strong people and kudos to the lovely girls ❤

This plane actually flew over my house and it was so cool seeing an A340 for the first time in my life.

@Flightradar24DotCom

27 күн бұрын

Nice!

It’s nice to see SAA flying back to Perthfontein❤️❤️ Well done Captain Vusi, Asnat Moeng & team 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦

I lived and worked in the DR Congo for 11 years. The old Kinahasa had an open viewing deck. I will never forget the feeling of seeing my country's flag touch down... it always felt that they came specifically for me. To take ME home. I love my airline... the moment you step onboard, you're home already. Nobody smiles like a South African ❤❤❤

@airedition

29 күн бұрын

Amazing! And yes I agree with the last point. 🙂

"We are the stars of South Africa!" Man- the enthusiasm of the entire ground and air crew is amazing!!!

As a South African aviation KZreadr, it’s great too see our countries airline get recognition like this 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦

@MemiTwins

Ай бұрын

South African aviatior about to sub

@airedition

29 күн бұрын

Thanks a lot! Amazing country 🇿🇦

@FastGuy1

29 күн бұрын

@@aireditionYour a great filmer!! Im a young avgeek who one day dreams of becoming a flight reviewer.. Keep it up

@LadyT06

26 күн бұрын

I am about to sub to your channel…Dankie!

i was on this flight..what a friendly service received...

Man, I love aviation! I am not a pilot or even work in aviation but I am a fan regardless. This video makes me see the professionalism of the SAA staff and I will definitely use SAA when I visit my brother in NZ! Well done, guys!

At minute 36.11 when the Perth control tower suddenly said 'Welkom terug Springbok', I could just not control my tears! How fabulous!! Thanks Perth! (And our lovely Co-Pilot responded with a 'Baie dankie'!. Oh, I am so proud of you all and our country!!!

Oh wow... that controller saying "welkom terug, Springbok" brought a lump to my throat. My complex yet beautiful country with its warm hearts... come on Aussies, hop onboard and come visit us! 😊

@AndyPat239

Ай бұрын

yes maybe 1 day. my father and stepmother have been. cheers from Oz 😊

@user-sv9ym2ub7q

29 күн бұрын

Me too! Felt very emotional most of the video!!

@johanvanzyl4567

29 күн бұрын

A reference to the old call sign, which was short for flying springbok. The old SAL

@kobusvanstaden3747

29 күн бұрын

@@johanvanzyl4567 yes we know that. It is however still the call sign, just like BA is still 'speedbird"

@airedition

29 күн бұрын

That was such a cool moment yeah! Also Springbok has gotta be one of my favorite callsigns out there.

Welcome back SAA. Hope you regain your former glory. Africa needs you.

Proud of everyone involved! Strong, capable, smart and patriotic 🙌🏾✨

Great to see the technical support team . The unsung heroes of commercial aviation

@user-sv9ym2ub7q

29 күн бұрын

And all the ladies in the team too!!

@airedition

29 күн бұрын

Yeah for sure!

This has to be the quickest 40-minute video I've ever watched. Great content.

Watching this clip was quite therapeutic.. I love flights, cruise ships, adventure and all that! Good job SAA

Such a competent lady pilot. Very comfortable with her work despite being filmed 🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿

@lorrenzom

24 күн бұрын

She has been doing it for long

The two pilots are one of the most professional pairings I’ve come across.

@user-sv9ym2ub7q

29 күн бұрын

Felt so proud when a few years ago, the lady pilot was in a store where I was, in her uniform. So glad to see her in the cockpit!!

@airedition

29 күн бұрын

Excellent pilots indeed!

@tiniziyatinizi55

28 күн бұрын

They are yesss

@aobakwekabi8922

27 күн бұрын

@@user-sv9ym2ub7qShe’s The First Black Woman To Qualify As A Pilot In SA

That climb up into the flight deck is awesome

@Flightradar24DotCom

Ай бұрын

Highlight of 2024 for us haha

@frankthomas855

Ай бұрын

New to aircraft..?

Oh man! Great to see children of Africa doing good work. Thanks for covering the journey. ❤

@airedition

29 күн бұрын

It was so much fun!

Well done to all, enjoyed watching.🇿🇦 🌍 Special shout out to Zimbabweans watching, hope Air Zimbabwe flies to the UK again. 🇿🇼

@nathaniel77785

25 күн бұрын

yesssir

@SpiritusMundi3

22 күн бұрын

💯

@melanieinhobson3595

16 күн бұрын

Will be travelling with them to Zimbabwe soon. A bit apprehensive after the Singapore Airlines incident last week.

Proudly South African🇿🇦, its so nice to see our national carrier flying to different continents again🎉🎉🎉

@airedition

29 күн бұрын

Honored to have been along for the ride! 🇿🇦🇿🇦

"We are the stars of South Africa". All the technical team, such high professionalism yet all their personalities shine through. Love them!

@Flightradar24DotCom

27 күн бұрын

Yes!

South Africa is also one of my favourite countries

I’m so so so proud! I don’t know how many times a shed a tear or two watching this. We are a country full of issues, but we are determined to strive and rise above all adversities. I am forever grateful for being a South African!!!!! 🇿🇦

This is easily one of the best videos you guys have posted. I love how much detail was covered in the video. It is also great to see how much this airline treats everyone like family while still having a professional attitude, It is good to see fun in the workplace. I hope to see South African Airways back here in London 🙏😊

@Flightradar24DotCom

Ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Agree it was so nice to see the mix of professional competence and happiness/good energy!

The glorious A340❤. Not a soul has been lost as a result of an accident or incident in the history of this aircraft.

My god. The Airbus A340 is also one of my favorite aircraft. I wish i wanted to spot and flown onboard the A340. As of April 2024, 63 A340-300 are still in active service including Lufthansa, Swiss, Edelweiss, and South African Airways. This is one of the best👍 videos that i've ever watched in Flightradar24 this year.

@airedition

29 күн бұрын

Thank you! And yep, A340 is such a beauty.

This take me back to the good old days. Thank you for the back pass to these glorious airline. Taking Africa to the world and the world to Africa

The A340 looks so groomed and clean as if it were brand new.

@thabomabuza7340

29 күн бұрын

Haha. Let us be honest.

@airedition

29 күн бұрын

She’s in great shape!

Thank so much for this fabulous video! It was so great to watch from the cockpit! May our dear SAA go from strength to strength! Love our country!

@airedition

29 күн бұрын

🎉

Gabriel is pretty great, does a wonderful work, so dang personable. His videos make my week. 🙂

@Flightradar24DotCom

Ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

The atc saying “welkom terug” and fo saying “baie dankie” back in Afrikaans was emotional 🇿🇦 😢

@nicknametoolong

24 күн бұрын

Emotional for who? You think people care about speaking Dutch? It was insulting. They should have greeted them in Xhosa

@Scream250

23 күн бұрын

@@nicknametoolong Why? They used language they were comfortable with. Add to that the fact that we have 10 other spoken languages other than English, all recognised as official. Embrace your history and move on like other developed nations such as, believe it or not, England, Italy, etc which were once invadedand occupied by external forces and ruled by foreigners. This doesn't mean we should forget the atrocities of that era.

@ecomandurban7183

21 күн бұрын

Afrikaans was the language that very nearly destroyed South Africa, it is nothing to be proud of

@michaelx3419

19 күн бұрын

I hear you. It’s just a pity that if the pilots had spoken in a language other than English or Afrikaans, it is likely there would be silence on the other end. Building bridges in SA is often one-way traffic.

@edwinapril4760

7 күн бұрын

Sounded like a very happy afrikaans lady.

This is exciting to watch! Proudly South African Airways.

As a Boeing fan I have to say, I'm a little envious. That A340 is a beautiful airplane!. Congratulations SAA & Airbus.

@arkhsm

Ай бұрын

Their version (looks wise at least), of the old Boeing 707s and Douglas DC8s !!

Beautiful. Very proud to watch this as South African and aviation fanatic.

This is the fastest way to get to Aussie land from Africa without leaving the continent. Well done SAA

I don't know why the algorithm brought me here but damn, I am glad it did. Your is so professional and I am glad SAA is lowly getting back to its feet.

@airedition

29 күн бұрын

Thank you algorithm and thank you for leaving a comment!

Classic touch of updating passengers about where they are enroute to a destination, which is a seller for me. Well done and keep it up!!!

@airedition

29 күн бұрын

Yes I always appreciate that!

loved this video, good to see SAA back & thank you for featuring my country and my people

@airedition

29 күн бұрын

It was a pleasure, I am such a big fan of 🇿🇦 and especially its people

So happy South African is making a comeback. Be still, my proud South African heart. ❤❤❤

Indeed it was nice to visually fly along with a very professional crew on an aging A340. The Airbus quad-engined 340 will fade away due to the much more efficient two engine A350 making this wistful video even more enjoyable. The pre-departure dancing was also a highlight for me ! Thanks - Jim.

South African people are very nice and hospitable

@victormkhaliphi2778

26 күн бұрын

Thank you - we are.

Wow this beautiful… Proudly South African 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦

There's something remarkable about that rainbow tail and wings 😍 Fantastic flight you had with the lovely crew 💯 SAA definitely getting its crown back 👏🏻

@phandapanda9644

26 күн бұрын

I love that rainbow nation tail too 😊

Amazing! We had family on the "reverse inaugural" from Perth to Johannesburg. Great to see these venerable aircraft still flying.

@Flightradar24DotCom

27 күн бұрын

Hey Paul, glad you enjoyed it!

I loved how experienced the crew is. The pilot is definitely a veteran, he knew he needed some more time after the V1 for a smoother takeoff. You can tell if you know about the A340. The first officer is very active and very vigilant.

@willankhatter

29 күн бұрын

I still wonder why they put those small engines on such a behemoth, it's a little bit sluggish but a majestic aircraft...

@Flightradar24DotCom

27 күн бұрын

The engine choice was down to a particular technical limitation of the time. They offer less power but they do the job!

Welkom terug Springbok....baie dankie. good to hear South africans working at Perth ATC

@Flightradar24DotCom

27 күн бұрын

That was fun yeah.

@phandapanda9644

26 күн бұрын

It warmed my heart to hear it.

Proudly South African, great job SAA🎉

Beautifully filmed of a very magical flight, flying at night over the vast southern ocean. Wonderful crew, very calm, and wonderful to see many female members of the ground crew also. South Africa has a place in my heart.

love how FlightRadar24 is looking at the operations as well. takes a lot to put an airplane in the air, for sure!!

@Flightradar24DotCom

Ай бұрын

Yes it's always super interesting to look at that side!

Landing on runway 03 in Perth means you probably would have flown over my house on approach. I saw the South African A340-300 fly over my house on Friday, I couldn't believe my eyes, first time I've seen an A340-300 in a few years. I also remember a good few years back when South African Airways flew the A340-600s to Perth, I miss those.

Welcome to Perth, Australia's prettiest, safest and cleanest city....what an awesome video, how fortunate your are to have an all access pass behind the scenes...the SAA technicians and crew were so professional & nice and accommodating ... hope the gentlemen gets his inaugural flight to London, soon

@airedition

29 күн бұрын

Thank you for watching. I loved Perth as well!

easily the best flight vlog I have seen, thankyou

@Flightradar24DotCom

27 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

The very first A340 I ever saw was an SAA bird at Dulles Airport in Washington, DC in late June 2001. Thought it was a lovely plane then and still do. Especially loved the cockpit view of take off and landing. Thanks.

Really pleased to see the SAA A340 back here in Perth! If I'd known FR24 was onboard, I'd have waved as you flew by! Great to see the pride the tech crew all take in their work, while still looking like they really enjoy their jobs.

@Flightradar24DotCom

Ай бұрын

Yeah it was great to see them doing their thing!

WOW!....This is exactly what i love to watch re aviation, the behind the scenes of all those tech support team & all the work they have to carry-out before a plane is given the all go ahead to fly., great to see South African Airways flying from Johannesburg to Perth & all the awesome flight crew. Thumbs-Up👍✈

Good to see the comeback of SAA

Thank you for showcasing SAA and for visiting South Africa. Great video. 🇿🇦✈️

@airedition

29 күн бұрын

Thank you! Can’t wait to return.

I can't explain why, but I was quite moved watching this video; there is something beautiful about such technology and thank you for sharing it,.

@user-sv9ym2ub7q

29 күн бұрын

I felt very emotional most of the video!!!

@airedition

29 күн бұрын

That’s great to hear!

This video just reminded me of the dream I once had of becoming a airline pilot😢Top notch content. Also great to see SAA flying again.

I’ve flown SAA many times from Australia and it’s always the best service ❤

On my last Emirates flight from ORT, I met a fellow passenger who said he was flying to Perth. Poor guy had to go all the way to Dubai and then Perth. The shedding of time will be a welcome relief: 8 hour flight followed by a 2 hour layover and then boarding, finally flying DXB to Perth. I hope they open up more routes soon because the June school holidays are coming up and lots of families fly overseas during this time. Having 1-way flights is such a relief!

@MGS923

20 күн бұрын

They've added three A320CEO planes to their fleet this week

@jacksonm.6549

20 күн бұрын

@@MGS923 Wonderful news! I do hope that SAA becomes profitable

@john-darrenesterhuizen9008

4 күн бұрын

I prefer layover flights, I’m too broke to fly business and to sit for 15 hours from Cape Town to Newark is excruciating.

Used to live on JFK approach and loved being woken by SA203 at about 5:30 am. That was the even more beautiful A346 too.

@airedition

29 күн бұрын

Ooh yeah what a beauty!

As a South African, I feel so ashamed that I haven't flown on SAA 😢 But hopefully SAA's route to London resumes

Proudly South African- great video and it's great to see SAA up and about again all the best.

Glad to see you back in the skies.much 🫶🏾 from 🇰🇪

Terrific video, Gabriel... thank you. Nice to see SAA finally spreading it's wings again!

@airedition

29 күн бұрын

Thank you!

Thank you for this lovely video. Brought a few tears to my eyes, hopefully SAA can just get stronger from here

@user-sv9ym2ub7q

29 күн бұрын

So glad I was not the only one getting really emotional watching this video. So glad for SAA and for our country!

@airedition

29 күн бұрын

I am so pleased to hear that people felt this way watching it!

@jacoct35

29 күн бұрын

@airedition South africa and its people have so much potential, if we work and build together!

Amazing video and great to see SAA reclaiming their position as number 1 in the skies!! One day I'll be on their inaugural flights

Amazing! Thank you for these great insights :)

@Flightradar24DotCom

Ай бұрын

Thanks a lot, really glad you enjoyed it!

when atc said welcome back 👏🏾

Wow an A340-300!!! It brings back so many memories as this aircraft was my very 1st flight ever from Chile to New Zealand back in 2005. The A343 will always have a special meaning in my life ❤

@Flightradar24DotCom

27 күн бұрын

Nice to hear! It’s a very special airplane.

We are the stars of South Africa! YES, YOU ARE! Keep shining.

I love south africa ❤

What a great technical team. Knowledgeable and having a fun attitude probably makes their work day seem short. My kind of folks.

The technical team.... I love them... ama 2k mos la... 😂😂😂😂😂. The future.. Ma 2000.. I don't know what it is about this generation, they Crack me the hell up... 😂😂😂 I truly adore them a lot

Thank you for this backstage pass of SAA😊 to Perth

@Flightradar24DotCom

27 күн бұрын

Our pleasure!

4 engines wide body.. what a treat! Lovely flight start to finish; the crew was very professional and likable at the same time. loving it... Welcome back SAA!!

I was all smiles watching this video. Great to the behind the scenes of such an exciting operation. I hope SAA is here to stay

Lovely to see SAA back on track. Always been my favourite airline, despite having travelled internationally with a number of reputable carriers over the years. Maybe with new government on the cards SAA has a chance this time to stay in the air and be commercially viable. Well done, great to see you back. Look forward to you putting back that great direct flight to NYC! Great presenter, thanks for your enthusiasm and a well produced video.

House music in A340 has no competitor ❤❤❤, it used to lift my soul. Welcome back.

You got me at Springbok 280 heavy, welcome back to Perth. 🇿🇦🇿🇦

@airedition

29 күн бұрын

😀

SAA THE BEST AIRLINE IN AFRICA AND THE WORLD …. :) I’M VERY HAPPY AND PROUD OF SAA BACK AGAIN WE MISS YOU SO MUCH LOOKING FOWARD TO SEE SAA AIRCRAFT ALL OVER THE WORLD WITH THE SOUTH AFRICAN FLAG REPRESENTING US ..PLEASE MAKE US PROUD AGAIN AND AGAIN AND AGAIN … YOU REPRESENTE OUR CONTINENT … HAPPY TOF AND LANDINGS

I'm in Perth and have missed the SAA coming in over the Indian Ocean and watch them fly the DME right past my house in Warwick.

How beautiful to see the dedication and love they put effort to recover SAA. Definitely not lazy staff. Great job and initiative to show this video ! Thanks.

I only subscribed a short time ago... But this was the best video I've seen in some time. Thank you for highlighting the ground crew of SAA. They are awesome! From those who build them, to the ones who keep flying, thank you for your passion towards aviation!!!

CONGRATULATIONS TO SOUTH AFRICA 🇿🇦 👏..CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE CREW AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT TEAM 👏 🙌 THIS SHOWS THAT WE AFRICANS ARE AS CAPABLE AS ANY OTHER NATIONALITY...❤🎉😊

Welcome back! Qantas have been milking the route since resuming service post covid. I'll definitely be supporting SAA in the future.

Such a beautiful aircraft, love the A340 🥰🤩

40 minutes just went by 😢😢... truly enjoyed this one

Thanks for joining Gabe... Flew more than 25 yrs the 74sp to Perth and further to Sydney SAA great airline!!

@airedition

29 күн бұрын

Wow very cool!

I enjoyed every bit of this video! The first time I flew in a plane was in 2017, and it was an A340-300 flight from Lagos to Johannesburg with South African Airways!!! That still remains my most memorable trip! I so much love SAA. Although since they closed their routes in 2020, I switched to EgyptAir. I wish to go back to SAA, but their flights are too expensive now. I flew with EgyptAir from Lagos to Washington DC in 2023, and my wife is taking EgyptAir, too. I wish SAA could come back to their Lagos routes and reduce their cost. You'll get more customers!

They urgently need to get that London route sorted. Guaranteed success for sure.