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Everything you need to know about FlySafair's R11 ticket sale
Get ready for FlySafair's incredible R11 birthday ticket sale. This is how to navigate the online waiting rooms and booking.
NCC warns airlines over illegal overbooking practices under the Consumer Protection Act
The National Consumer Commission has warned airlines about the legality of overbooking flights under the Consumer Protection Act, following an incident involving FlySafair that left a passenger stranded. The ongoing investigation aims to address concerns regarding anti-competitive behaviour in the low-cost airline sector.
Flight overbooking illegal in South Africa, warns National Consumer Commission
The National Consumer Commission has ruled that airlines' overbooking practices violate South African consumer law, following an investigation prompted by a FlySafair incident where a passenger with a valid ticket was left stranded.
Are budget airlines exploiting consumers? Parliament's inquiry into anti-competitive behaviour
Parliamentary committees are seeking legal advice on launching an inquiry into anti-competitive practices in South Africa's low-cost airline sector, following concerns about overbooking, overpricing, and market domination by just three airlines since the pandemic
FlySafair's School Booster Initiative returns to help education take flight
FlySafair's School Booster initiative returns: share your Story for a chance to win flights for your school.
Passengers urged to arrive early amid check-in glitch at FlySafair and LIFT airlines
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) reports a global technical issue affecting FlySafair and LIFT Airlines' check-in systems, resulting in significant delays and long queues.
The FlySafair incident: Nobuntu Mkhize speaks out on her viral altercation
Nobuntu Mkhize recounts her experience during a controversial FlySafair flight incident that escalated into a viral altercation, sparking public outrage and legal repercussions
Inside the FlySafair incident: Nobuntu Mkhize's account on her viral incident
Nobuntu Mkhize shares her account of a viral incident aboard a FlySafair flight, where a request for a lighter wine escalated into a controversial altercation, prompting investigations and public outrage.
FlySafair faces union challenges as pilots push back on new rostering system
Trade union Solidarity warns of potential pilot exodus at FlySafair due to controversial new rostering system, while the airline defends changes as industry standard. Tensions mount ahead of crucial salary negotiations
FlySafair’s mid-air drama: co-pilot and a brave passenger save the day
As the aircraft prepared for descent, the captain informed the first officer that he was experiencing discomfort.
FlySafair ownership threshold contravention could see it plucked off its routes
FlySafair awaits sanction from both the Domestic Air Services Licensing Council (DASLC) and the International Air Services Licensing Council (IASLC), whose considerations may include processes to recoup the losses by the country from the airline's prohibited practice over the years.
CemAir distances itself from industry overbooking practices, takes issue with FlySafair’s statement
As FlySafair faces scrutiny from the National Consumer Commission over flight overbooking practices, CemAir and Airlink affirmed its commitment to ethical booking policies, stating they never oversell flights.
CemAir distances itself from industry overbooking practices, takes issue with FlySafair’s statement
As FlySafair faces scrutiny from the National Consumer Commission over flight overbooking practices, CemAir and Airlink affirmed its commitment to ethical booking policies, stating they never oversell flights.
Why grounding FlySafair would be 'catastrophic' for South Africans
FlySafair has said the decision by the Air Services Licensing Council could have "catastrophic" consequences for the airline industry at large.
CemAir and Airlink deny FlySafair's claims of overbooking 'being standard practice'
CemAir and Airlink have hit back at comments made by FlySafair that overbooking is considered standard practice.
Sizwe Dhlomo's economy class flight sparks social media banter
Sizwe Dhlomo's unexpected economy class flight, captured by DJ Tira, sparked humorous feedback on social media.
SA Human Rights Commission confirms investigation into 'racist' FlySafair incident
SA Human Rights Commission investigates alleged racist incident involving SABC brand manager Nobuntu Mkhize on a FlySafair flight.
‘Potential serious breach of National Consumer Act’: FlySafair has 14 days to explain overbooking to National Consumer Commission
The National Consumer Commission said in any transaction, accompanying terms and conditions must be clearly explained to consumers.
Consumer Commission Launches Probe into FlySafair's Overbooking Complaints
South Africa's National Consumer Commission launches investigation into FlySafair's ticket overbooking practices following passenger complaints on social media. The airline defends its policy while offering compensation to affected customers.
NCC investigates FlySafair's overbooking practices amid customer complaints
The probe comes after an unsatisfied customer shared his unpleasant experience with FlySafair’s practice of overbooking flights.
FlySafair faces investigation over overbooking: What you need to know
The probe comes after an unsatisfied customer shared his unpleasant experience with FlySafair's practice of overbooking flights.
FlySafair admits to overbooking flights to cut ticket prices
FlySafair faces backlash over flight overbooking, raising concerns about consumer rights, compensation, and balancing affordability with customer satisfaction.
FlySafair’s overbooking policy under fire after passenger denied seat
A traveller shares his frustrating experience with FlySafair's overbooking policy, sparking a debate on passenger rights and airline practices.
SABC employee faces Equality court after alleged racist incident on FlySafair flight
An SABC employee faces potential Equality Court proceedings and criminal charges after allegedly making racist remarks and assaulting cabin crew on a FlySafair flight.
WATCH: Somizi Mhlongo lightens the mood amid recent viral FlySafair flight incident
In a recent flight incident that went viral, local celebrity Somizi Mhlongo found humour as he joined the conversation on social media about a member of SABC staff’s disruptive behaviour.