Jets leave onlookers horrified as they nearly hit roof of South African stadium during pre-game flyover: ‘Could’ve been catastrophic’

A pre-game flyover at a South African stadium went awry when jets flew dangerously close to the roof. The incident occurred during a rugby match. The jets were part of a planned flyover meant to entertain spectators before the game. The event has sparked debate among fans.

Some viewers were horrified by the close call, with one New York Post article describing the scene as potentially catastrophic. Others found the flyover spectacular, according to coverage from Nine.com.au. The New Zealand Herald published footage of the incident, with viewers commenting that it could have ended badly. The exact cause of the near-miss is not yet clear.

The pilots' actions and the stadium's safety protocols are not specified in the coverage. The reaction of the stadium authorities and the rugby organizers has not been reported. The pilots' identities and the type of jets used are also not specified.