According to a report published by Simple Flying, two Airlink E-Jets cleared the top of Cape Town Stadium by within 50 feet during a flyover. Video footage of the low-level flight over the stadium went viral across digital platforms shortly after the event occurred.
A detailed analysis of flight tracking data revealed razor-thin margins between the recorded altitude readings of the two jet aircraft and the rooftop of the stadium structure.
The tracking data analysis highlighted the close proximity between the jet aircraft and the Cape Town Stadium facility during the aerial display.