polaris
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I am looking to rent a plane at Cape Town Flying Club (http://www.capetownflyingclub.co.za/) when I visit in two weeks. Does anyone have any insight on the safety regulations in place in South Africa for light airplanes? Are there US equivalents of annual inspections, etc.? If so, are they enforced? Any insight about this particular operation in general?
My SO is very concerned and would rather me not fly. African countries do not have the most stellar safety record when it comes to aviation. Cape Town is surrounded by ocean and mountains. Violent crime is commonplace almost everywhere on land. Waters are infested by Great White Sharks. Ambulance services do not seem very reliable.
On the flip side, Cape Town is one of the most beautiful places in the world. Seeing it from the air would be a once in a lifetime experience. Also, this flight club is out of Cape Town International, and come recommended....
Is this a bad idea?
My SO is very concerned and would rather me not fly. African countries do not have the most stellar safety record when it comes to aviation. Cape Town is surrounded by ocean and mountains. Violent crime is commonplace almost everywhere on land. Waters are infested by Great White Sharks. Ambulance services do not seem very reliable.
On the flip side, Cape Town is one of the most beautiful places in the world. Seeing it from the air would be a once in a lifetime experience. Also, this flight club is out of Cape Town International, and come recommended....
Is this a bad idea?