Backstage pass: South African Airways A340-300 inaugural to Perth

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  • Опубліковано 27 січ 2025

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  • @StraightUpShow
    @StraightUpShow 8 місяців тому +462

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

    • @RastaAfricanGentleman
      @RastaAfricanGentleman 8 місяців тому +24

      May the company grow back bigger and better

    • @goo6341
      @goo6341 8 місяців тому +9

      Congrats 🥂 SA Airlines

    • @martinphonela9100
      @martinphonela9100 8 місяців тому +7

      congrates SAA👏👏👏

    • @wowent6737
      @wowent6737 8 місяців тому +7

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

    • @StraightUpShow
      @StraightUpShow 8 місяців тому +5

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

  • @TaylenIsInsane
    @TaylenIsInsane 8 місяців тому +451

    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
      @Flightradar24DotCom  8 місяців тому +26

      Yeah!

    • @toyotauris
      @toyotauris 8 місяців тому +23

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

    • @andrewmudd9181
      @andrewmudd9181 8 місяців тому +2

      @@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
      @airedition 8 місяців тому +4

      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
      @Rundu1987 8 місяців тому +3

      😂😂😂😂😂

  • @helen4652
    @helen4652 8 місяців тому +77

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

    • @africanaviators_official4499
      @africanaviators_official4499 7 місяців тому

      😊

    • @TheRichb688
      @TheRichb688 6 місяців тому

      @@africanaviators_official4499 still flying?

    • @IamTheOne247
      @IamTheOne247 3 місяці тому

      Was there from 1999 to 2017, this video has brought such fond memories!❤

    • @FrederikGeyser
      @FrederikGeyser 3 місяці тому

      ...
      ...and hopefully SAA will be able to return to its former glory without the mismanagement and looting
      As an ex-cabin attendant I did the Jhb/Mru/Per/Sydney run on several occasions . Good flights do to due to long stopover for crew.
      Best of success for SAA

    • @vusimhlanga8708
      @vusimhlanga8708 14 днів тому

      2004-2013

  • @everythingelsesport2000
    @everythingelsesport2000 8 місяців тому +156

    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
      @Deontjie 8 місяців тому +5

      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
      @archiemustachie3693 7 місяців тому +3

      ​@@Deontjieexactly!

    • @martynw9166
      @martynw9166 Місяць тому

      ​@Deontjie -if nobody supports them, how do you expect them to function without bail-outs? Klip-kop!

  • @TheaBothma
    @TheaBothma 8 місяців тому +44

    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!!!

    • @ulfulf7563
      @ulfulf7563 15 днів тому

      The language of the 'boer racists' is still spoken in the cockpit? Wow!

    • @revolutionnow5227
      @revolutionnow5227 9 днів тому

      ​@@ulfulf7563 get a life

    • @napsterking7500
      @napsterking7500 7 днів тому

      @@ulfulf7563 Some shit Kickers like you never change, we have to accept and carry on.

    • @PeterJohnJnb
      @PeterJohnJnb 5 днів тому

      @@ulfulf7563oh have a day off!! Ain’t you tired??

  • @lorrenzom
    @lorrenzom 8 місяців тому +463

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

    • @reginaldmojela6718
      @reginaldmojela6718 8 місяців тому +6

      Proof

    • @ranzohlatshwayo9445
      @ranzohlatshwayo9445 8 місяців тому +12

      We love her ❤❤❤

    • @ronwyneking2763
      @ronwyneking2763 8 місяців тому +6

      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
      @rekless1110 7 місяців тому +10

      You must be immensely proud! Congrats to her!

    • @hlumemtonga8528
      @hlumemtonga8528 7 місяців тому +11

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

  • @mohdotnet
    @mohdotnet 8 місяців тому +103

    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 ❤

  • @takeoffnow937
    @takeoffnow937 8 місяців тому +94

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

  • @prakashnarismulu3332
    @prakashnarismulu3332 8 місяців тому +115

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

    • @TheaBothma
      @TheaBothma 8 місяців тому +10

      And all the ladies in the team too!!

    • @airedition
      @airedition 8 місяців тому +5

      Yeah for sure!

  • @kobusvanstaden3747
    @kobusvanstaden3747 8 місяців тому +129

    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
      @AndyPat239 8 місяців тому +5

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

    • @TheaBothma
      @TheaBothma 8 місяців тому +2

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

    • @johanvanzyl4567
      @johanvanzyl4567 8 місяців тому +5

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

    • @kobusvanstaden3747
      @kobusvanstaden3747 8 місяців тому +3

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

    • @airedition
      @airedition 8 місяців тому +5

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

  • @makeitrainnaren
    @makeitrainnaren 8 місяців тому +56

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

  • @Panda0990
    @Panda0990 8 місяців тому +147

    Proud to see the South African ladies at work ❤

    • @knightofceylon-ms1us
      @knightofceylon-ms1us 8 місяців тому +2

      Very strong people and kudos to the lovely girls ❤

    • @m.x.refrigxolani8365
      @m.x.refrigxolani8365 5 місяців тому +1

      I also saw gentlemen there, don't they matter also???😮

    • @knightofceylon-ms1us
      @knightofceylon-ms1us 5 місяців тому

      @@m.x.refrigxolani8365 🤪😂😊❤ of course it matters.

  • @TheTeaParty320
    @TheTeaParty320 8 місяців тому +95

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

    • @TheaBothma
      @TheaBothma 8 місяців тому +16

      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
      @airedition 8 місяців тому +8

      Excellent pilots indeed!

    • @Amin1975-d5x
      @Amin1975-d5x 8 місяців тому +3

      They are yesss

    • @aobakwekabi8922
      @aobakwekabi8922 8 місяців тому

      @@TheaBothmaShe’s The First Black Woman To Qualify As A Pilot In SA

  • @renecoetzee8584
    @renecoetzee8584 8 місяців тому +42

    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!

  • @acemabeka4609
    @acemabeka4609 8 місяців тому +41

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

  • @brendaradebe6835
    @brendaradebe6835 8 місяців тому +30

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

    • @IamTheOne247
      @IamTheOne247 3 місяці тому

      Hhey ntombi this brought back such great memories! I can't not think of Dudu makukhulunywa ngePerth....good to see you la kuma comments.
      Well done team SAA, forever yena!🎉🎉🎉
      Love, Thanda😊❤

  • @thabomabuza7340
    @thabomabuza7340 8 місяців тому +49

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

  • @CPT_Aviation
    @CPT_Aviation 8 місяців тому +117

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

    • @MemiTwins
      @MemiTwins 8 місяців тому +3

      South African aviatior about to sub

    • @airedition
      @airedition 8 місяців тому +5

      Thanks a lot! Amazing country 🇿🇦

    • @FastGuy1
      @FastGuy1 8 місяців тому +4

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

    • @LadyT06
      @LadyT06 8 місяців тому +1

      I am about to sub to your channel…Dankie!

  • @nkulusn
    @nkulusn 8 місяців тому +10

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

  • @Smee_Again
    @Smee_Again 5 місяців тому +5

    This was my first time watching your channel. As a 54-year-young South African, it's great (and quite emotional) to see our national carrier back in action. As long as previous corruption and incompetence is kept at bay, there's no reason why SAA shouldn't return to being the best airline in the world again. Well done to the pilot and crew for your dedication in a job well done! And thanks, Gabriel, for airing this momentous occasion.

  • @eacoincmubiru5894
    @eacoincmubiru5894 8 місяців тому +40

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

  • @skoodledoo
    @skoodledoo 8 місяців тому +27

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

  • @mohlomphehi
    @mohlomphehi 4 місяці тому +4

    What a proud moment to see the SAA doing long international hauls again. Great video, proudly South African! 🇿🇦

  • @hlumemtonga8528
    @hlumemtonga8528 7 місяців тому +4

    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!!!!! 🇿🇦

  • @kobusvanstaden3747
    @kobusvanstaden3747 8 місяців тому +55

    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
      @airedition 8 місяців тому +4

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

  • @truezladye1893
    @truezladye1893 8 місяців тому +41

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

    • @nathaniel77785
      @nathaniel77785 8 місяців тому +2

      yesssir

    • @SpiritusMundi3
      @SpiritusMundi3 8 місяців тому +3

      💯

    • @melanieinhobson3595
      @melanieinhobson3595 8 місяців тому +2

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

    • @aykay9328
      @aykay9328 7 місяців тому +2

      It will in the Name of Jesus, Africa shall rise again

    • @truezladye1893
      @truezladye1893 7 місяців тому +1

      @@aykay9328 Amen 🙏🏼

  • @calvinsmith1295
    @calvinsmith1295 8 місяців тому +12

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

  • @ekanjonuusikuhertta8232
    @ekanjonuusikuhertta8232 4 місяці тому +3

    Many thumbs up to South Africa Technicians. Job welldone guys. I'm proud of you 👏 ❤.

  • @trevormaleka1546
    @trevormaleka1546 8 місяців тому +16

    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
      @airedition 8 місяців тому +1

      Yes I always appreciate that!

  • @Tpr_1808
    @Tpr_1808 8 місяців тому +28

    South Africa is also one of my favourite countries

  • @spewp
    @spewp 8 місяців тому +35

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

  • @MrJavasZ
    @MrJavasZ 8 місяців тому +10

    This is exciting to watch! Proudly South African Airways.

  • @sp4263
    @sp4263 8 місяців тому +14

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

    • @arkhsm
      @arkhsm 8 місяців тому

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

  • @justrandom4304
    @justrandom4304 7 місяців тому +21

    Seeing black female pilots, engineers and technicians at work is so up lifting, Thank you for this enlightenment.

  • @ammonb26
    @ammonb26 8 місяців тому +56

    That climb up into the flight deck is awesome

  • @TheaBothma
    @TheaBothma 8 місяців тому +15

    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!

  • @PrinceZondo
    @PrinceZondo 8 місяців тому +7

    I like this one coz i never been in a plane salute for showing me

  • @nurrizadjatmiko21
    @nurrizadjatmiko21 8 місяців тому +27

    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
      @airedition 8 місяців тому

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

  • @chloemarangos3622
    @chloemarangos3622 7 місяців тому +5

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

  • @Peshiolini
    @Peshiolini 6 місяців тому +2

    What a great fleet of Technical staff who love their job and make their Airlines run safely hats off to them !!!! good job you are doing so well and also with happiness, I would gladly fly anyday

  • @nkulusn
    @nkulusn 8 місяців тому +11

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

  • @raymondsebeela1147
    @raymondsebeela1147 8 місяців тому +11

    This takes me back to the good old days. Thank you for the backstage pass to this glorious airline. Taking Africa to the world and the world to Africa

  • @humbulanimulaudzi7185
    @humbulanimulaudzi7185 7 місяців тому +6

    Took SAA to Sao Paulo and back - great service they have

  • @ksbear2
    @ksbear2 8 місяців тому +8

    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.

  • @mikes8928
    @mikes8928 8 місяців тому +13

    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.

  • @rukhsanasayed4600
    @rukhsanasayed4600 6 годин тому

    Proud South African here. Luv my Mzanzi.
    Great to see the tech support team. We need more of this. ❤😊

  • @gregorymiller7828
    @gregorymiller7828 8 місяців тому +9

    easily the best flight vlog I have seen, thankyou

  • @royalusala8527
    @royalusala8527 8 місяців тому +9

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

  • @dewaldj
    @dewaldj 8 місяців тому +28

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

  • @boemomolefe8303
    @boemomolefe8303 8 місяців тому +41

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

    • @airedition
      @airedition 8 місяців тому +1

      It was so much fun!

  • @icekinggaming121
    @icekinggaming121 6 місяців тому +20

    Why do i get sp emotional when i see our country shining 😢

  • @Aprilsraven629
    @Aprilsraven629 8 місяців тому +9

    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
      @airedition 8 місяців тому +1

      Thank you for watching. I loved Perth as well!

  • @jerrycholo3752
    @jerrycholo3752 8 місяців тому +3

    Being a proud South African, can’t help it but be emotional watching this

  • @tyronepaulsen
    @tyronepaulsen 8 місяців тому +14

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

    • @airedition
      @airedition 8 місяців тому

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

  • @MrrNacho
    @MrrNacho 8 місяців тому +5

    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 ❤

  • @stigonetv58
    @stigonetv58 8 місяців тому +40

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

    • @airedition
      @airedition 8 місяців тому +2

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

  • @aobakwekabi8922
    @aobakwekabi8922 8 місяців тому +187

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

    • @Randomequestrian-pm4hl
      @Randomequestrian-pm4hl 8 місяців тому +22

      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
      @ecomandurban7183 8 місяців тому +2

      ❤❤💯💯

    • @alanthom4641
      @alanthom4641 8 місяців тому

      Whhaaaa...hhaaaa

    • @JP-qn4uo
      @JP-qn4uo 6 місяців тому +8

      Just give me a pilot who is going to get me there safely. Gender, race, anything else is completely irrelevant.

    • @m.x.refrigxolani8365
      @m.x.refrigxolani8365 5 місяців тому +5

      ​@@JP-qn4uo I was just gonna say the same thing bro. We are so fixated in this gender/race thing, it's so unbelievable! Just get me the competent person for the job, that's all that matters.

  • @jamesclarke8564
    @jamesclarke8564 8 місяців тому +11

    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.

  • @lulekangwenya
    @lulekangwenya 8 місяців тому +9

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

  • @kimanindungu3230
    @kimanindungu3230 7 місяців тому +2

    So lovely to see SAA back in the air. It's been and will remain my favourite airline.

  • @johnclauder615
    @johnclauder615 8 місяців тому +6

    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,.

    • @TheaBothma
      @TheaBothma 8 місяців тому +1

      I felt very emotional most of the video!!!

    • @airedition
      @airedition 8 місяців тому +1

      That’s great to hear!

  • @ball_like_bill
    @ball_like_bill 8 місяців тому +17

    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
      @phandapanda9644 8 місяців тому

      I love that rainbow nation tail too 😊

  • @jeanmugisha4175
    @jeanmugisha4175 8 місяців тому +10

    Good to see the comeback of SAA

  • @deejay5457
    @deejay5457 8 місяців тому +8

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

  • @tim__lk
    @tim__lk 8 місяців тому +26

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

  • @sybilxulu4851
    @sybilxulu4851 3 місяці тому +1

    One cannot describe the sense of pride as a South African old woman to see our brave young women taking off on long- haul flights sitting in the flight deck. I love, love, love it.

  • @AeroNewsGermany
    @AeroNewsGermany 8 місяців тому +9

    Amazing! Thank you for these great insights :)

  • @Paul_Lucas
    @Paul_Lucas 8 місяців тому +11

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

  • @CharleyCoops
    @CharleyCoops 8 місяців тому +28

    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
      @Flightradar24DotCom  8 місяців тому +6

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

  • @LaVerdadTheTruth-lf4pc
    @LaVerdadTheTruth-lf4pc 6 місяців тому +3

    This is the type of content Airlines should be catching for, just seeing the genuine professionalism and love that all that staff are having doing their "jobs" make me feel secure and confident choosing travel with SAA and I even live there or close there 😅. Dude, amazing vid, you, as always, are in the right pulse.
    Greetings from Dominican Republic 🇩🇴

  • @maureengarrine4682
    @maureengarrine4682 7 місяців тому +3

    I have been flying. SAA since 1977 when I used to commute between Johannesburg and Durban going to school. When i started working i only flew SAA to go all over the world on business and holidays. I would never fly any other airline because they were the best.😂😅 39:30

  • @mudumaneboavida7241
    @mudumaneboavida7241 8 місяців тому +7

    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

    • @aykay9328
      @aykay9328 7 місяців тому +1

      Ethiopia airline is very impressive, but it's good for all Africa to do better in aviation

    • @dudleymakeche7842
      @dudleymakeche7842 3 місяці тому

      I would like to contest that. SAA still needs to work harder. Ethiopian are still the best on the continent.

  • @MrMayaka3
    @MrMayaka3 8 місяців тому +4

    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

  • @alisonlungu
    @alisonlungu 8 місяців тому +2

    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!!

  • @mufasamaverick6978
    @mufasamaverick6978 8 місяців тому +6

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

  • @regomogapi7860
    @regomogapi7860 7 місяців тому +1

    What a beautiful vlog. Fly high SAA🇿🇦

  • @SheldonBotha-er6ec
    @SheldonBotha-er6ec 8 місяців тому +7

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

    • @airedition
      @airedition 8 місяців тому

      Thank you! Can’t wait to return.

  • @smoothgroovessa
    @smoothgroovessa 8 місяців тому +2

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

  • @Hotwheel200
    @Hotwheel200 8 місяців тому +5

    Im a fan of aviation hope the SAA grows❤

  • @kgosibogosi7232
    @kgosibogosi7232 8 місяців тому +6

    Proudly South African, great job SAA🎉

  • @zacgvids
    @zacgvids 8 місяців тому +29

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

    • @Flightradar24DotCom
      @Flightradar24DotCom  8 місяців тому +3

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

  • @classicalmidiorgans
    @classicalmidiorgans 8 місяців тому +6

    Very good video !! SAA can be truly very proud on themselves as a airline ! They seem to have a very good airline going now !

    • @airedition
      @airedition 8 місяців тому

      Yes it’s so nice to see their comeback

  • @weallmakechoices7456
    @weallmakechoices7456 7 місяців тому +1

    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.

  • @AviationWithInathi
    @AviationWithInathi 8 місяців тому +5

    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

  • @IgnatiousMarekolleMahlokwane
    @IgnatiousMarekolleMahlokwane 8 місяців тому +2

    Thank you for the insight into what goes on in these flights, as well as the excellence of the African team.

  • @brian402
    @brian402 8 місяців тому +6

    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👍✈

  • @pakamisagcolotela890
    @pakamisagcolotela890 8 місяців тому +2

    Nice stuff...great video...God bless South Africans all over

  • @peteking4958
    @peteking4958 8 місяців тому +4

    Brilliant video! Great to travel Jo'burg to Perth without leaving my chair! Loved the close up shots around the plane during prep. Landing gear shots were amazing!

  • @Best_MusicPlaylist23
    @Best_MusicPlaylist23 8 місяців тому +2

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

  • @MrPolford
    @MrPolford 8 місяців тому +7

    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
      @airedition 8 місяців тому

      Ooh yeah what a beauty!

  • @malawoshakalima
    @malawoshakalima 8 місяців тому +2

    Good job SA. We will support your efforts. And thank you.

  • @suemajor9374
    @suemajor9374 8 місяців тому +6

    Thank you for this backstage pass of SAA😊 to Perth

  • @thendotshivhengwa9509
    @thendotshivhengwa9509 8 місяців тому +8

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

  • @hauer54
    @hauer54 8 місяців тому +5

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

  • @atuhaisederrick
    @atuhaisederrick 8 місяців тому +6

    Really love such vlogs especially the ones with cockpit footage, A350 check, A340 check hoping to see many more cheers and good job

  • @AhmedAlian
    @AhmedAlian 8 місяців тому +14

    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
      @willankhatter 8 місяців тому +3

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

    • @Flightradar24DotCom
      @Flightradar24DotCom  8 місяців тому +2

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

  • @josekfuri2976
    @josekfuri2976 8 місяців тому +1

    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.

  • @Lucky_Biker
    @Lucky_Biker 8 місяців тому +4

    Great to SAA coming back on international routes. Hopefully they will start up the JFK-JNB route again. They were a great and safe airline with excellent service. I have been missing them on my flights to Johannesburg. Great video.

  • @thatomadimabe2803
    @thatomadimabe2803 7 місяців тому +1

    Proud to see our country in the skies and teams behind the scenes...weldone

  • @sibusisomichaels
    @sibusisomichaels 8 місяців тому +4

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