November 2011
On behalf of Airlink, I offer my sincere apologies to all of our passengers and their loved ones for the distress they suffered as a result of our emergency landing at OR Tambo International Airport last night.
I am especially grateful to our crew for their dedicated and professional response and handling of the situation. I would also like to thank the Airports Company, the emergency services, the care-givers and all others who have assisted us in taking care of our passengers and crew.
The wellbeing and safety of our passengers, crews and aircraft are our priority. It's with this in mind that I have implemented an urgent internal review of our processes and procedures.
The SA Civil Aviation Authority has commenced its investigation into last night's regrettable incident. In supporting the SA CAA with its investigation, we are sharing with it all information pertinent to last night's flight. This is now a matter for the investigating authority which, until it releases its findings, is the only body entitled to comment on what may have caused the incident.
This morning I briefed the Director-General of Transport, who has promised to convey to the Minister of Transport my undertaking to work tirelessly to ensure that we do not compromise the safety of air travelers in South Africa.
Rodger Foster
CEO & Managing Director
Airlink