Elders Flight 2024

On Saturday 6 July the Elders Flight organised by Felix Gosher, an amazing man who has incredible vision, was a cracker with so much variety and emotion. To see more than 100 civilian aircraft parked at the most famous SAAF Museum home base now known as the SAAF Mobile Deployment Wing (Swartkop) was extraordinary and most welcome as the Chief of the South African Air Force commented. I was fortunate to be in apposition to interview Lieutenant General Wiseman S Mbambo on more than one occasion at this prestigious aviation event, together with Felix Gosher. In addition, Brian Emmenis and his Capital Sounds team presented an exceptional platform for the sound and entertainment of this unique aviation event. I am always impressed at Brian’s ability to create the story and atmosphere at any given aviation event, not only in South Africa, but all over the world and the Elders Flight was no exception. The special camaraderie between the organisers, the SAAF, CemAir volunteer pilots who flew the elders, EAA South Africa, members of the media, a special mention of the numerous sponsors and the many helpers behind the scenes was extortionary. The result of this exceptional event that started as a very cold winter's day with an icy wind from the south, but gradually settled down to an incredible blue clear sky was a day to remember at its very best with aviation as the winner. Thank you, Felix, for your visionary methodology to create the most special aviation experiences and special moments for all of us who believe in your wonderful contribution towards South African aviation. On behalf of African Pilot and our team present today - you rock!
Videography & Photography by Athol Franz, visit africanpilot.co.za for more info.
Video edited & compiled by Björn Bottin, visit bjornbottin.co.za for more info.
Music Credit: www.epidemicso...