A FlySafair flight from George to Johannesburg landed safely at OR Tambo International Airport earlier this week after the captain fell ill mid-flight. The safe landing was ensured thanks to the co-pilot and a qualified pilot who happened to be a passenger.
Although some people on board were concerned when an announcement was made from the cockpit asking if there was a qualified pilot on board, FlySafair has explained that this is standard procedure.
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