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Stellenbosch Update 2019 Update II For the first time in years, Stellenbosch is having an air show. This is not just an air show, it is an air show that promises to be like no other and we are just as excited to share the following with you, our loyal followers and a show packed with firsts. In this article we will share the what, where, when and what else you may need to know to make this the best show you ever attended. Dubbed FASHKOSH, a play on Stellenbosch’s official airfield name FASH and OSHKOSH, the single biggest air show and gathering of aviation enthusiasts in the world which takes place annually at Oshkosh Wisconsin in the USA, the 2019 Stellenbosch Airshow takes place on the 23 rd of March and promises to be bigger, louder and more exciting than in previous years.
Few things to remember
Cash is king
Sunblock
Camera
Hat
Have fun!
Program
The program for show day provides non-stop adrenalin and
entertainment with the line-up consisting of the following:
Power paragliders
Large scale model jets
The biggest SA flag skydiver (A first for Stellenbosch)
As you can see, that is one LARGE flag!
South African Airforce Silver Falcons
Visiting all the way from Langebaanweg AFB.
L39 fighter jet
Ex SAAF Bosbok
Golden oldie!
Glider and tug display
Vintage De Haviland Tiger Moth and Chipmunk display
Emergency vehicle cavalcade
Bell 407 helicopter
Vintage Howard display
Such beautiful lines!
Vintage Cessna 195 display
Boeing 737 airliner display (First for Stellenbosch)
This augh to be a sight, remember the SAA B747 visit a few
years back?
The HULK Sonerai 2 aerobatic display
Pilatus PC24 Business jet (First for Stellenbosch)
Motor glider display
Raptors formation aerobatics display (First for
Stellenbosch)
RV solo aerobatic display
Gyrocopter M16 display
Shock Cub display (First for Stellenbosch)
Team Extreme aerobatic display
Always impressive!
Aviat Husky short field performance display (First
Sstellenbosch female display pilot)
Nashua Extra 300 (First for Stellenbosch)
Expect another action packed display!
T6 Harvard display
Vintage Boeing Stearman display
Black Hawk Helicopter display (First for Stellenbosch)
Huey Helicopter display
This will be impressive to see!
Piper Malibu display (First for Stellenbosch)
Piper Aerostar display
Airborne armed response and medevac demonstration (First
for Stellenbosch)
Working on Fire demonstration
World renowned air show commentator Brian Emmenis and Capital
Sounds will bring you informative and entertaining commentary
and food and refreshments will be available throughout the
day.
Food and refreshments
A wide variety of food vendors will ensure that you can have a
meal to your liking. Stellenbrau will be serving their
products in the beer tent and a number of wine producers from
the area will have their produce available for tasting and
sale. Remember… cash is king at air shows.
Getting there and getting in The show takes place on the Stellenbosch Airfield, Aerodrome road, off the R44 between Stellenbosch and Somerset West. Gates open for spectators at 0800 with visiting aircraft of various descriptions flying in until the emergency cavalcade procession at 1015 where after the show will be opened by the skydivers Tickets are available online at Webticket at R150 for adults and R100 for children. Under four years old enter for free. Numbers are limited and very few tickets will be available at the gate so get yours online early. Flying in Aviators are welcome to fly in and are required to register their intention to do so by emailing airshow@stelfly.co.za or by whatsapp to the club GM Anton Theart on 0798734567. Due to limited space the cutoff for fly-in registration is 19 March and all aircraft flying in are required to be on the ground and parked by 09 00 on the day of the event. The normal FASH joining procedure as published on the club website at www.stelfly.co.za is to be followed and ATC instructions should be listened for on the airfield frequency which is 119.3. Parking will be in the visitor’s area and you should bring your own tow bar for ground handling. All arriving pilots and their passengers are required to pay the normal R150 per person entrance fee by purchasing a ticket on Webtickets before arriving. Those wishing to fly in the day before and camp on the field may do so for a fee of R200 which is payable on arrival. Bring your own tent to camp under the wing of your aircraft. Ablutions and braai facilities will be available. Departures will be permitted after the completion of the display program from 16 00
MIDDELBURG AIR SHOW PROGRAM
2019
MIDDELBURG AIR SHOW PROGRAM
2019
Although the Airshow is only an Afternoon show, The morning
skies will be extremely busy with an Speed Rally, Drone Racing
and many more! See Trucks, Dragster Cars Race against Glider,
Planes and Helicopters
Get your Thickets here
To view more on other Events at the Aero Club of South
Africa’s Airweek and Public show day on Saturday please click
here
NOTE:DISPLAY CONTENT AND TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE
AIRSHOW START 13:00
CUSTOM TRUCK OPENINGSKYDIVERS WITH MASSIVE SOUTH AFRICAN FLAG
GLIDER EXTREME AEROBATICS
TEAM EXTREME AEROBATICS
BATT HAWK DISPLAY
PITTS SPECIAL COWS TEAM
GAZELLE HELICOPTER HOSTAGE RESCUE
LITTLE ANNIE ANTENOF II
RAPTORS RV FORMATION
GYRO COPTER
GOOD YEAR PITTS TEAM
IMPALA JET
HARVARD FLYING LIONS
15:41 – 15:56 DEPARTURE SLOT
HELICOPTER CAR RACE
GOOD YEAR PITTS TEAM
LITTLE ANNIE CUSTOM TRUCK RACE
GAZELLE HIGH RISK RESPONCE
TEAM EXTREME AEROBATICS
L 39 JET
SKYDIVERS
HELICOPTER/BIKE DISPLAY
BOEING STEARMAN AEROBATICSRAPTOR RV FORMATION AEROBATICS
L29 JET DISPLAY
GRUMMON FIRE FIGHTER
DRAGSTER/PLANE RACE
BEECH 18 DISPLAY
HARVARD SUNSET DISPLAY
After dark SPECTACULAR FIREWORKS DISPLAY
All day commentary by the legendary air show commentator Brian
Emmenis and his expert CAPITAL SOUNDS team.
NOTE: DISPLAY CONTENT AND TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Preview Video on the Speed Rally
Truck’s that will be in actionDragsters that you will see at Middelburg
Middelburg Airshow 2017 Photo’s
What to expect for the Aero
Club Airweek 2019
Some of the provisional entries on the list for the Aero Club
Airweek 2019 that is scheduled for this week that ends with a
Stunning High Energy Middelburg Airshow 2019 that will future
Fireworks and Dragster Cars racing against Aircraft and
Choppers.
Proudly hosted by Middelburg Aero Club
Don’t Forget that is a build-up to Airweek 2020 when the Aero
Club of South Africa will be celebrating 100 YearsCAASA Index Q4-18
Media statement
CAASA Aviation Activity Index (CAAI) – 4th Quarter 2018
Embargo: 1 March 2019 (08:00)
Introduction
The Commercial Aviation Association of Southern Africa (CAASA)
is proud to announce the results of its composite index of
aviation activity for the 4th quarter of 2018.
The CAASA Aviation Activity Index (CAAI) is based on 25
different indicators and provides an objective & balanced
gauge of economic activity in the commercial aviation
industry. Due to the short-term volatility inherent in
purchasing and selling aircraft, where units are small, but
the currency values are very high, the CAAI includes a trend
that is based on a 4-quarter moving average, as illustrated by
the graph.
Summary of key trends depicted by the CAAI for the 4th quarter
of 2018:
1. The CAAI index value recorded a sharp increase in the 4th
quarter of 2018 to a level of 142, which represents an
increase of 42% over the base period for the Index (the
1 st quarter of 2014). In the process, the index value
seems to have recovered to the average level that was
recorded between mid-2014 and the end of 2016, after
which a declining trend commenced that saw the index
slip back to a level of 100.
2. A strong rise in the value of helicopter exportsrepresented the main reason for the welcome recovery of the CAAI. Both categories (mass of below 2 tonnes and mass above 2 tonnes) recorded record high export values. 1. A second contributing factor to the stellar performance of the CAAI during the 4 th quarter of 2018 was strong growth in import values for aeroplanes and helicopters. 2. An encouraging feature of the latest CAAI is the broad- based nature of recovery of commercial aviation activity, with a total of 16 of the 25 different indicators recording gains over the 4th quarter of 2017. 3. The declining trend in air traffic movements (ATMs) at two ACSA airports, namely Port Elizabeth and East London, is a point of concern, particularly due to the abundance of tourism facilities in their surrounding areas. Combined with low growth in ATMs at the larger ACSA airports, it is clear that inbound tourism from overseas has not yet recovered from the ill-conceived stricter visa regulations that were implemented during Mr Malusi Gigaba’s term of office as Home Affairs Minister. 4. C a r e s h o u l d n e v e r t h e l e s s b e t a k e n w i t h t h e
interpretation of the CAAI results. Commercial aviation
activity in South Africa has suffered the same fate as
several other sectors of the economy over the past two
years, namely insufficient demand, flowing from
lethargic economic growth and low levels of business and
consumer confidence.
5. Other reasons for the generally subdued levels of
activity in commercial aviation since 2017 include high
interest rates, higher fuel prices (until recently), and
the effect of a volatile and undervalued currency.
Combined with the lingering threat of land expropriation
without compensation (EWC), this has not been conducive
to investment in new productive capacity – a problem
that exists in most of the country’s economic sectors,
as confirmed by a consistent declining trend in real
capital formation. Hopefully, the reforms aimed at
improving growth that have been promised by the
country’s new president, will start to bear fruit after
the May elections.
6. The best performing indicators in Q4 2018 are listed in
the table.
Best performing CAAI indicators in Q4 2018
(compared to average for Q4 since 2014)
% increase
Exports – Helicopters above 2t 147
Exports – Helicopters under 2t 129
Imports – Aeroplanes under 2t 22
Imports – Propellors 15.2
Imports – Other spares 14.5
ATMs – Rand airport 11.5
ATMs – Pietermaritzburg 11
Imports – aeroplanes >2tATMs – OR Tambo 1.3
ATMs – Lanseria 1.2
Background
Three key considerations sparked the decision by the Board of
CAASA to design the CAASA Aviation Activity Index (CAAI):
• Firstly, the recognition of the indispensable role that
commercial aviation plays in facilitating the rapid transport
of decision-makers in all spheres of society.
• Secondly, individual data sets reflecting one or more areas
of commercial aviation activity often contradict each other,
particularly as a result of the capital intensive nature of
the industry’s asset base.
• Thirdly, CAASA has identified a need amongst its members
and other stakeholders in aviation to contribute to the
knowledge base of conditions in the aviation industry by
forging a number of key indicators into a composite index,
weighted in terms of their perceived contribution to the
general trend in commercial aviation.
Composition of the Index
A total of 25 different indicators were selected for
inclusion in the CAAI, classified in terms of the following
seven groups (weightings, trends and historical graphs are
available on the CAASA website):
• Value of imports of helicopters
• Value of imports of aeroplanes (of a mass less than 15t)
• Physical quantity of imported aircraft
• Value of imports of aircraft spares
• Value of exports of aircraft
• Air traffic movements at six ACSA airports
• Air traffic movements at seven non-ACSA airports
Enquiries:
Louise Olckers – General Manager, CAASA
e-mail: gm@caasa.co.za; tel: 011 659 2345THE SANDF SALUTES CAPETONIANS FOR THEIR PATRIOTIC SUPPORT THE SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL DEFENCE FORCE (SANDF) SALUTES CAPETONIANS FOR THEIR PATRIOTIC SUPPORT The SA National Defence Force (SANDF) would like to extend its sincerest gratitude to the residents of the Mother City and the surrounding areas in the Western Cape for their rousing welcome and support throughout the planning and execution stages of this year’s Armed Forces Day event. What the SANDF has achieved in Cape Town would not have been possible had it not been for the authorities and people of this marvellous city. It was through their support that the SANDF successfully managed to commemorate the sinking of SS Mendi, honour its heroes and heroines in the largest military parade in Cape Town since 1994 and conduct real-time mission readiness training to showcase the readiness of the SANDF. As we mark 25 years since the establishment of the SANDF as a defence force for the people, we are reaffirming our commitment towards the maintenance of a diverse national defence force that serves not a select few within the population of South Africa but the entire citizenry, united in their diversity. We reaffirm our constitutional pledge to never allow horrific events of yesteryear to happen again with tanks and Casspirs rolling into our people’s residential areas and causing untold mayhem, killing and terrorising our people. We understand our position in a constitutional setting and have pledged total
commitment towards remaining apolitical and steer away from the charged political domain interrogated in our public discourse. As the SANDF, we serve the people of South Africa and shall under no circumstance harm their interests and constitutional aspirations. The SANDF is a constitutional creation that sources its existence, structure and functions from our world-renowned Constitution, Act 108 of 1996, and will always strive to defend our democracy and a unified South African nation. Revered American civil rights leader, Dr Martin Luther King Jr once advised that: “Those who love peace must learn to organise as effectively as those who love war,” and as the defence force of a peace loving nation we heed those wise words and always ensure that our troops are thoroughly prepared for any eventuality regardless of the shape of the battlefield, hence our force readiness operation conducted in Cape Town through the Night Shoot and Capability Demonstration. AFD 2019 provided us with an opportunity to flex our military muscle and also test our logistical readiness to sustain a force engaged in a domestic operation with elements transported from across the length and breadth of our country. It is through these force preparation exercises allow us to play such a valuable role on our continent in Peacekeeping Operations. These exercises allow us to silence the bone- ravaging guns of the M23 in the DRC and bring lasting peace in Burundi and other conflict ridden areas across our vast continent. The Cape Town terrain also allowed us to test the operational readiness of our technical service corps who shown their rapid reaction capability recovering a Kwêvoël Samil 100 from the sand at Sunrise Beach during the massively attended Capability
Demonstration. Unfortunately, no matter how great a job the SANDF does, there are some sectors within society – those who are conceited and undermine the gains made since the advent of democracy – who will find or even fabricate issues to malign the good name of the SANDF. One such example was an instance where an apartheid era image of a Ratel Infantry Fighting Vehicle half-submerged underwater was falsely assigned as an SANDF vehicle with the writer suggesting that it shows the disdain and incompetence of our soldiers, to manage expensive state-of-the-art military hardware. As we all know, that accusation was conceited, misleading and served to propel a narrative that seeks to discredit our defence force without cause. There is a saying that “A picture is worth a thousand words.” But when that picture is a misleading one about the country’s armed forces, there is a great danger that the people might turn against the very same military that was created to defend them, and for this all patriotic South Africans must condemn advocates of such fallacies and divisive innuendos with the contempt they deserve. There were also isolated incidents where some residents felt our presence in the Western Cape would harm the marine eco- system and biodiversity. We can ensure the citizens of South Africa and especially Cape Town that as the SANDF we confirmed that the city stakeholders dealing with these stated fields of interest were consulted and all by-laws adhered to with the necessary permissions and remedial measures provided. The SANDF adheres to all laws of the land including environmental health and safety and animal welfare statutes. We have done this in all cities we have hosted AFD, especially at the coastal cities of Port Elizabeth and Durban with their vast marine life. The City of Cape Town was not going to be an exception to the norm. The SANDF adhered to all restrictions from the City of Cape
Town and acquired the necessary permissions in as far as all the AFD activities were concerned. We have done in Cape Town what we have done during the previous installations of AFD in Pretoria, Bloemfontein, Potchefstroom, Port Elizabeth, Durban and Kimberley. In our quest to stay true to our constitution and what it enjoins us to do, there have always been doomsayers who never wished us well but faltered us even where fairness does not warrant it. It is at times unfortunate when the said criticism is presented in a condescending manner and borders on issues of race and politics – in ‘they and us’ kind of arguments which are a domain we as the armed forces are not empowered or interested in to navigate. The SANDF is an apolitical organisation that is passionate about serving the people and harbours no ambition to be embroiled in political machinations of the day, either with politicians or civilians. Having said that, we commend the overwhelming support by residents of Cape Town and surrounding areas towards making AFD 2019 a huge success. These residents commended the good work that our men and women in uniform do and also praised us for a magnificent display both during the Fan Park activities in Khayelitsha, the Ship Open Days at the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, the Night Shoot at Sunrise Beach as well as the ultimate parade and Capability Demonstration at Bloubergstrand with the President of the Republic of South Africa and Commander-in-Chief of the SANDF, President Ramaphosa officiating. The people of Cape Town came out in their numbers from diverse backgrounds – befitting of a true rainbow nation – to support their national defence force and that is affirmation enough for the great work the SANDF is doing. The SANDF’s presence in the Western Cape also served as an economic stimulus as most, if not all services, to sustain AFD 2019 were being locally sourced.
Lastly, we appreciate the support given by the community of Malmesbury and all Capetonians in general to the family of our fallen soldier, Corporal Randal Jacques Krynauw from 1 Special Service Battalion, who passed away during an accident on his way to the Mother City for this year’s Armed Forces Day. The SANDF and our principals in government stood side-by-side with his family in their time of need and rendered the level of support in accordance with his ultimate sacrifice. He is a hero that will be added to the roll of honour of our sons and daughters who served their country with pride and a high degree of patriotism. We wish those injured with him a speedy recovery. Armed Forces Day 2019 Capability Demonstration The South African National Defence Force showed off their muscles in the Sunset beach area after a successful parade moments before. A capability demonstration was shown off to the public from land, sea and air. The bay was in good hands with a large presence of Navy Frigates, Lima Boats and a Submarine. Some of the vehicles we don’t see to often. A big treat for the Johannesburg based media!
A mock scene was set up of a hostage scenario on the beach,where the aggressive enemy took hostage of civilians.The task came out to take over the situation and restore peace. A C130BZ from 28 Squadron flew into the tense area and delivered a boat and troops with parachutes into the area where most navy vessels were visible.
A recce run was than called in,this in the form of two Hawk Mk120s from 85 Combat Flying School and escorted by two 2 Squadron Gripens. An Oryx helicopter then came in for some tropping,escorted by two 16 Squadron Rooivalks also providing top cover for troops.
The Lima boats then made their way towards the shoreline to bring much needed troops to obtain the beach area. The Fighters were then called in for a bombing run, yet again with two hawks and gripens. The fighters also released flares while they exited the bombing area.
One of the troops got injured while the bombing run was taking place, a Agusta A109LuH came to the rescue as well as an Oryx helicopter. A 22 Squadron Lynx also provided top cover for both the troops and the navy vessels out in the bay. The situation was now in the hand of the SANDF.
This capability demonstration was the best Aviation Central has witnessed with all different elements of the SANDF.A big well done to everyone who made this exercise a success. Armed Forces Day 2019 Parade The day finally arrived for the 2019 Armed Forces Day celebrations in the form of a parade and capability demonstration on the shores of Sunset beach in the Table View area.
The South African National Defence Force celebrate this particular Armed Forces Day every year, as each province gets a turn to host the event and this years forms of arms was the South African Navy that would be part of the planning in their home town.
The SS Mendi was a British 4,230 GRT passenger steamship that was built in 1905 and, as a troopship, sank after collision with great loss of life in 1917.
“As Commander-in-Chief of the South African National Defence Force, it is a great honour to address you on this National Armed Forces Day. It is the day on which we acknowledge the men and women who have dedicated their lives to the service of this country.
You have answered the most noble calling – to defend the Republic, to protect her sovereignty and guard her territorial integrity. You have sworn to serve South Africa and its people in accordance with the Constitution, and to uphold its values. Ngokwamkela lengubo yamalungu ooMkhosi, nibonisa ukunyaniseka kwenu kwiLizwe lwenu; ukuzibophelela ekusebenzeleni iLizwe lwenu ngentlonipho, ngesidima, ngesibindi nokuthembeka. Kungoko ke ndiyanibulela; nesizwe ngokubanzi, siyanibulela.
The 21st of February holds deep significance for us as South Africans. It marks the day of the sinking of the troop carrier vessel the SS Mendi. On that fateful day in 1917, 805 souls perished in the English Channel on their way to the Western Front during the First World War. The soldiers aboard the SS Mendi were volunteers in the then South African Native Labour Corps.
They were among 25,000 others who joined the corps during a war that began in Europe but soon became a global conflict affecting people on nearly every continent. The men who died on the SS Mendi and others of the Native Labour Corps who served in the trenches in France did not enlist to further the advance of imperialism.
They volunteered at a time when the 1913 Land Act had cut a devastating swathe across black communities in this country, and they hoped with their service to get a chance to provide for their families. They also saw it as a chance to play their part in defence of the freedom and preservation of humankind.
They are our heroes, and it is our duty to impart to our children the story of their bravery and courage. I wish to congratulate the Ministry of Defence for ensuring that this important part of our history is kept alive; and wish to acknowledge the survivors and their descendants, some of whom are here with us today.
Today, we wish to extend our condolences to the family, friends and unit of Corporal Randal Jacques Krynauw. He lost his life on Wednesday the 6th of February, while he was travelling to be part of preparations for today’s event. I also wish his injured colleagues a speedy recovery. Ons gedenk vandag alle gevalle soldate wat in opdrag en belang van ons land gesterf het. It does not matter how or where they fell – they paid the ultimate price. Ons sal hul opofering vir altyd onthou – en vereer. We are joined here today by Mr Jany Fournier the Mayor of the town of Longueval in France. Longueval is where our National War Memorial commonly known as Deville Wood is situated. To you and your delegation, Sir, I say Bienvenue, Wamkelekile, Welkom. On National Armed Forces Day we honour our veterans and those
still in uniform. We also honour their families, for the sacrifice of serving in uniform is also the sacrifice of a family and of a community. You have given us the best of your men and women, who left you in the bloom and enthusiasm of youth, and who returned wiser, disciplined and stronger. It is said that it is only in the service to one’s fellow human that one’s mettle is truly tested; and the armed forces of democratic South Africa can be justifiably proud of having produced soldiers of resolve, of steadfastness and of great patriotism. Through National Armed Forces Day we want to display to our people the capabilities and state of readiness of our armed forces. We also want to expand the public’s understanding of the military’s function and purpose in our society. The roles that the military plays are diverse. We all recall the iconic image of a young mother, clutching her new-born baby Rosita as she was pulled to the safety of a SANDF chopper during the Mozambican floods of 2000. We also recall with pride the deployment of the South African Military Health Service across hospitals in Gauteng in 2017 after industrial action nearly paralysed services in the province. A year later, military health personnel were dispatched to Mahikeng Hospital in the North West, where their intervention averted the near collapse of health services in the facility. At present we have a specialist team of army personnel working in the Vaal area to contain a sewage spillage that is threatening the health and well-being of millions of people. The SANDF has also been involved in international peacekeeping missions on the continent, notably in the Democratic Republic of Congo under the UN Stabilisation Mission.
We currently have around 1,200 troops in the DRC and are also part of the Force Intervention Brigade together with Tanzanian and Malawian troops. We continue to support operations in Africa under the United Nations and the African Union. Whether it is engaging in anti-piracy patrols in the Mozambique Channel, battling veld fires in the Cape, doing border patrols as part of Operation Corona or attending to critical infrastructure, our national defence force is a source of enduring pride. It is a pride we want to impart to the next generation. For the SANDF to effectively carry out its mission, we need to recruit high-calibre individuals into its ranks. The armed forces are a home for the youth of this country. It is the means through which they can serve, through which they can also step forward and say: Thuma Mina, send me. In 2018, 1,700 young people were recruited through the Military Skills Development Programme and successfully placed in the Army, Navy, Air Force and Medical Health Services. They commenced training in January at their respective training units and we wish them well. Ladies and Gentlemen, The role of the armed forces has over the years had to evolve in response to ever-changing global military, political, social and economic conditions. Our Navy, the host of today’s event, has a particularly critical role to play. We have a 3,000 km long coastline, the third largest in Africa, and are strategically located on one of the world’s most vital shipping lanes. Over 96 per cent of our own exports and imports are carried by sea. South Africa’s exclusive economic zone is currently the extent
of one and a half million square kilometres. With such a large ocean jurisdiction, the need for effective maritime protection by our navy has never been greater. This has become all the more important since South Africa, together with other nations, adopted the UN Sustainable Development Goals in 2015. Goal 14 obliges countries to take measures to conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources. The South African Navy is, and will remain, key to supporting our National Maritime Security Strategy and advancing our vision to grow our oceans economy. Like many other coastal countries, we are impacted by the illegal exploitation of our marine resources, which seriously threatens the sustainability of our oceans. It is upon our Navy that we rely to protect our trade routes, to cooperate with neighbouring countries and international bodies to promote regional maritime security, and to advance our developmental objectives as a country. We are also aware of the impact of climate change on our oceans. Coastal communities in particular are vulnerable to the effects of rising sea levels. The resulting extreme weather will require the SANDF to provide humanitarian assistance and disaster relief during General Military Assistance operations both in the country and in the SADC region. It is also the responsibility of our armed forces to guard our country’s borders against the infiltration of transnational criminal syndicates, the flow of contraband, human trafficking, undocumented migrants and other illicit activities. It is imperative therefore that all our armed forces are supported to enable them to respond effectively to current
realities and threats, as well as emerging ones. Ladies and Gentlemen, As South Africans ,we are secure in the knowledge that our combined forces are well-trained, capable, and, above all, that they uphold the highest values of our Constitution and Bill of Rights. Our armed forces are the great unifier; they are part of what makes us proud to be South African. As Commander-in-Chief, I say to our men and women in uniform: we value your contribution. We applaud your professionalism, your discipline and your dedication. The path you have chosen is not an easy one. Nor has it been easy for your families and your loved ones. And yet we know that with your service, you join a long and illustrious line of those who came before you. Of the brave fallen who lie in Delville Wood and the men of the SS Mendi. They set sail for Europe’s distant shores in the defence of freedom and in the hope of bringing freedom back home. They did not live to hear the ring of freedom’s bell. The dignity they were denied in their lifetime, is the dignity we accord them here, today. It is the dignity our people enjoy today, especially the men and women of our armed forces. In recognising you, we are recognising them, our heroes. It is of you that the great Homer speaks in The Illiad: “Without a sign his sword the brave man draws, and asks no omen but his country’s cause.” To our soldiers, yours is a clear mission, to take the SANDF into the future. To uphold our constitutional order and the rule of law. To defend and protect our sovereignty and territorial integrity.
And above all, to contribute towards the well-being, prosperity and upliftment of the people of South Africa.” I wish you strength, and I wish you courage. We look forward to the next Armed Forces Day that will be in either Limpopo or Mpumalanga. Armed Forces Day 2019 Night Shoot The mother city, Cape Town came to its awareness that the South African National Defence Force were going to be visible in in parts of the city for the Western Capes edition of Armed Forces Day 2019.Months of work and planning is put in place to execute from the start of the opening of the fan park to the parade itself.
The 18th and 19th February,Sunrise Beach near Muizenburg had
been placed out for the night shoot along the shores of the Atlantic ocean.Public were invited to see what the SANDF fire power is alot about from both air and land assets. A number of residents were not partucular happy with the idea of the SANDF firing and operating in the area.But the SANDF insured that all remains of what will be left behind will be rehabiltated and set back to normal for both forms of life and terrain.
The display of arms of fire of the night shoot,began with two 16 Squadron Rooivalks showing the agility of South Africas very own attack helicopter.The shoot,moved onto the far left of the gun line from the smallest of the weapons to the mighty Bateluar. As the echos of the thuds moved far into the distance of Cape Town.Memebrs of the public were wpwed by the mighty firepower of their defence force.
Flare drops from both the Rooivalk,Oryx,C130,Two Hawks and Two Gripens lit up the Cape Town skies befpre disappearing into the night brought the close of the proceedings.
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Stellenbosch Airshow 2019
What to expect
Stellenbosch Airshow 2019Dubbed FASHKOSH, a play on Stellenbosch’s official airfield
name FASH and OSHKOSH, the single biggest airshow and
gathering of aviation enthusiasts in the world which takes
place annually at Oshkosh Wisconsin in the USA, the 2019
Stellenbosch Airshow takes place on the 23rd of March
and promises to be bigger, louder and more exciting than in
previous years.
Friday 22nd March is a practice day for the participating
pilots and the Stellenbosch Flying Club will host a youth
development day with around 200 learners from local schools
attending where they will have the opportunity to gain first
hand insights into possible careers in aviation. They will
also be able to get up close to the participating pilots and
aircraft, in particular the South African Airforce.The program for show day provides non-stop adrenalin and
entertainment with some of the highlights of the show being
the South African Airforce Silver Falcons, a Boeing 737
airliner flypast, the first public display in South Africa of
the Pilatus PC24 small business jet and for the first time
in the Western Cape a skydiver will jump with the biggest
South African flag ever to fly. Team Extreme will thrill with
their precision formation aerobatics display, and Working on
Fire will demonstrate it’s capable team of firefighting
helicopters and fixed wing aircraft that have been seen hard
at work around the Cape over the last few weeks. These are but
a few of the exciting aircraft to be seen on the day.World renowned airshow commentator Brian Emmenis and Capital
Sounds will bring you informative and entertaining commentary
and food and refreshments will be available throughout the
day.
Gates open for spectators at 0800 with visiting aircraft of
various descriptions flying in until the emergency cavalcade
procession at 1015 whereafter the show will be opened by the
skydivers
Tickets are available online at Webticket at R150 for adults
and R100 for children. Under four years old enter for free.
Numbers are limited and very few tickets will be available at
the gate so get yours online early.
Click here to get your tickets online
Stellenbosch AirShow Program 2019
Wide spread that covers most of the flying disciplines. From
paragliders gliders, helo’s, business jets, fighter jets,formation team extreme aerobatics, competition aerobatics,
flag jumps, gyro planes, model aircraft, simulated
firefighting, simulated armed response and medivac, warbirds,
new types on market.
A few not normally seen in the Western Cape. (Hidden in the
program are a number of firsts at Stellenbosch.)
Below is subject to availability of aircraft & crew and is not
in display order
1. Power Para Gliders
2. Large scale model Jets
3. Biggest SA Flag skydivers
4. SAAF Silver Falcons
5. L 39 fighter jet
6. Aero Machi Bosbok Ex SAAF
7. Glider and Tug display
8. Vintage Tiger Moth and Chipmunk display
9. Emergency vehicle cavalcade
10. Bell 407 Helicopter
11. Howard vintage
12. Cessna 195 vintage
13. Boeing 737 airliner
14. “THE HULK” display
15. Pilatus PC 24 business jet
16. Motor Glider
17. Raptors Aerobatic Formation team
18. RV Aerobatic solo display
19. Gyrocopter M16
20. Shock Cub display
21. Team Extreme Aerobatic team
22. Aviat Husky short field performance (Stellenbosch first
female display pilot)
23. Nashua Extra 300
24. Harvard T6 Display
25. Boeing Stearman Aerobatic display
26. Black Hawk Helicopter27. Huey helicopter
28. Piper Malibu
29. Piper Aerostar
30. Airborne armed response/ medivac demo
31. Working on Fire demonstration
The above is subject to availability of aircraft and crew.
Will be updated closer to the event.
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SAPFA Rally Flying Training
Camp – Brits Airfield 16
February 2019
SAPFA Rally Flying Training Camp – Brits Airfield 16 February
2019 – by Rob Jonkers
As a follow-on to the Rally Navigation Training events held at
Aerosud on the 19th of January 2019, it was planned to fly the
practice route that was plotted on that day. The 16th February
was chosen and as the week unfolded with almost daily rain, it
looked auspicious to get good weather, although it looked a
little promising on Friday. As the day dawned, the clouds were
on the deck throughout Gauteng, north of the Magalies in theBrits area was a bit better. The cloud base only started lifting around 9 am, and then only in patches, so even with 12 teams registered to take part, only 4 teams eventually were able to get to Brits. Frank & Cally Eckard prepared the route packs for the teams and were on hand to do the scoring. Frank Eckard – Presenting the Rally Flying Techniques Course The focus of the day was more related to flying techniques and Frank Eckard provided an hour’s presentation on how to prepare the cockpit, roles of the crew in work sharing, organizing the photos, flying techniques such as speed management, altitude, approach to turn points.
Nigel Hopkins & Mary de Klerk preparing their maps for their flight The teams then plotted the course, basically replotted the course that was previously prepared a month ago, and went to fly the route. Aerobatics ace & SAA Captain Nigel Hopkins who has been a previous rally world champion 15 years ago, flew with experienced navigator Mary de Klerk, and proved by his excellent score of 64 penalty points that he has not lost his touch in rally flying.
Leon Bouttell & Karyn Purchase preparing their Plots
Veteran Protea Pilot Thys vd Merwe preparing the maps with Navigator Frans Smit As SAPFA is preparing for the World Rally Flying Championships in 2020, the focus on these two years prior the event, is to gain as many South African qualified teams to take part, and every event being held this year will be an event that can improve skills. Nigel & Mary preparing the cockpit To achieve world standard qualification, there is a route to achieve these skills in classes, with Advanced Class as the definitive level of competition, where existing Protea teams would compete and new teams would vie to achieve a qualification standard. The initial Sportsman’s Class is the
entry level where teams gain experience to get to try their hand at the Advanced Class. There is also an Intermediate Class, which has a combination of Protea pilots and navigators that fly or navigate with new team members as further skill building in a step to achieve an Advanced level.
A competitive score for Nigel
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The next rally is being held at Virginia on the 26 March, and
as the weather was not favourable on this weekend, SAPFA will
look at rescheduling this event again at a future date.You can also read
