AustriaTwo Embraer passenger jets operated by South African airline Airlink flew extremely close, estimated at just 12 meters, above the roof of a fully occupied rugby stadium during a match between South Africa and New Zealand in Cape Town. The event sparked criticism from aviation experts and internet users over the perceived safety risk. Airlink has denied the allegations, stating the flight was conducted at constant speed, precisely planned, and rehearsed multiple times. A video obtained by Reuters shows one of the planes being hit by pyrotechnics launched as part of the event.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced account of the controversy surrounding the flyover, including both public criticism and Airlink’s defense. It does not take a clear ideological stance but reports on the incident and the responses from different parties. There is no evident slanted language or one-way
