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Watch: Jets stage very low stadium flyover ahead of All Blacks-Springboks match

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Watch: Jets stage very low stadium flyover ahead of All Blacks-Springboks match
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A low-altitude jet flyover at DHL Stadium during a rugby match between the All Blacks and Springboks drew mixed reactions from fans. While some were impressed by the spectacle, others expressed safety concerns regarding the proximity of the aircraft to the stadium.

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Reflects the intersection of sports entertainment and public safety regulations, highlighting how high-profile events manage crowd engagement versus risk management.

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An extremely low flyover above DHL Stadium amazed rugby fans before the Springboks' win over the All Blacks in Cape Town - but not everyone was impressed.

In footage shared on social media, two jets were seen flying at low altitude over DHL Stadium before the match.

The flyby was put on by Airlink, an official partner of Rugby's Greatest Rivalry.

Fans in the stadium could be heard reacting in awe of the low flyover.

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