South African Airways
South African Airways (SAA) has been South Africa’s flag carrier since the 1930s. Over its nearly 90 years of history, the airline has grown from a small domestic carrier to a respected international full-service carrier operating some of aviation’s largest jets. After coming back from the edge of bankruptcy, the airline is looking to rebuild and launch itself from a position of stability. (Featured image: Vincenzo Pace - Simple Flying)
South African Airways
- IATA/ICAO Code
- SA/SAA
- Airline Type
- Full Service Carrier
- Hub(s)
- Johannesburg Airport
- Year Founded
- 1934
- Alliance
- Star Alliance
- CEO
- Thomas Kgokolo
- Country
- South Africa
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Analysis: Why the Last Few Years Have Been So Turbulent For South African Airways
South African Airways has seen major ups and downs over the last few years.
South African Airways’ Returning Johannesburg-Perth Route: Does It Make Sense?
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South African Airways Relaunches Johannesburg To Perth Flights
After a pandemic-induced three-year gap, South African Airways is resuming its route to Perth in Western Australia.
The Airlines Operating The Airbus A340 This Month
As of January 2024, just eight airlines offer scheduled passenger services onboard the Airbus A340.
South African Airways & SunExpress To Expand Boeing 737 Deal
South African Airways will operate more Boeing 737s from SunExpress in 2024.
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South African Airways Is Giving Free Tickets For Kids But There's A Catch
South African Airways is giving families a chance to save on holiday travels.
South African Airways Suspends All Flights To Malawi
The service was relaunched in March after a three-year hiatus.
South African Airways Boosts December Airbus A340 Schedule
The airline has still not retired its final A340-300 plane.
South African Airways Launches Abidjan Flights & Opens New Johannesburg Lounge
The new lounge offers guests enhanced comfort and more private working spaces.
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What Happened To South African Airways' Airbus A350s?
The carrier's relationship with the type lasted just a few months.
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Sao Paulo Bound: South African Airways Prepares To Relaunch Its 1st Intercontinental Route
The route was officially relaunched at an event in Cape Town.
South African Minister Refuses To Be Rushed By Court In Mango Airlines Sale
The Public Enterprises Minister was given until October 6 to decide on the sale of the LCC.
Minister Given 30 Days To Decide On Sale Of Mango Airlines
The deal has been delayed by nearly a year.
South African Airways Swaps Out The Airbus A340 On Flights To Brazil
A six-year-old A330 will serve Sao Paulo starting in October.
Codeshare: Lufthansa Teams Up With South African Airways
Customers will have access to more destinations in Europe and Southern Africa.
Competition Tribunal Conditionally Approves South African Airways Part Privatization
The merger has been approved with divestment conditions set.
Where Did South African Airways' Boeing 767s End Up?
The carrier only flew three examples of the US-built widebody.