South African Airways Museum Society
South African Airways Museum Society
South African Airways Museum Society
4.5
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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Civil Aviation Museum collecting and preserving the history of South African civil aviation. Located at Rand Airport, 15 minutes drive from
Johannesburg. Open to the public.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates6 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Have visited before but this time fellow av professional, Curt, showed my wife and I around “Maluti”, the museum’s resident 747 SP (very rare to see one these days). Such a wonderful afternoon spent talking shop with this thoroughly engaging man. If you love aircraft this is a treat.
Written 5 June 2023
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Ronell M
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Feb 2023 • Family
Inside the Boeing 747 that flew over Loftus Versfeld with the World Cup. Never realized it was that huge.
Standing underneath it and realizing that, that huge aircraft can stay in the sky.
And all the other aircrafts are also very interesting.
Standing underneath it and realizing that, that huge aircraft can stay in the sky.
And all the other aircrafts are also very interesting.
Written 27 February 2023
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Henk Morrison
Benoni, South Africa22 contributions
Feb 2023 • Solo
The SAA Museum is a amazing place where young pupils can learn about the aviation world. However as a member (now ex-member) of 5 years I can really give insight. First of all I am aware that my membership doesn't grant me everything that my heart desires. I normally ask to see the Boeing 737-200, however then his (Peter) first response was "What is your obsession with looking?" As if passionate was never a word in the dictionary. Second "You don't pay to use these facilities, so we don't get financial benefit from you" THAT IS LITERALLY THE ONLY PERK INCLUDED IN THE MEMBERSHIP and you pay for that membership so not only do you receive the financial benefit but you also receive the support, as we literally pay you to volunteer. Lastly they do not care how devoted you are, I went on the 8th of February and it was a rainy day not to mention that I got stuck in traffic for half an hour (if not more) yet I still showed up and to further put things into perspective I live it the Edleen area. So the journey itself is already tedious.
Sorry for the review it is just my personal perspective and I will not include more visits in this review otherwise it could turn into a complaints book as I got told off by other staff in the past. Don't get me wrong there are only a FEW (3 to be more specific) staff members that are nice to you and will go out of their way to make your day special. But the rest is the reason for my review
Sorry for the review it is just my personal perspective and I will not include more visits in this review otherwise it could turn into a complaints book as I got told off by other staff in the past. Don't get me wrong there are only a FEW (3 to be more specific) staff members that are nice to you and will go out of their way to make your day special. But the rest is the reason for my review
Written 12 February 2023
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PITSO SNWAMS
Johannesburg, South Africa2 contributions
Jan 2023 • Family
Had an awesome day at the SAA museum with my family . The tour was excellent and educational my son didn't even want to leave😅. Thanks to Michael Blackburn.
Written 22 January 2023
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Willem v
14 contributions
Dec 2022
What a stunning museum which radiates the love and attention put into it by the museum volunteers and society. The passion of the ex employees who volunteer their time at the museum to share a piece of history with the public is absolutely contagious and one cannot help but to walk around in awe of the magnitude of the different aircraft types at the museum, such as the Boeing 747 and Lockheed Constellation.
Our tour guide Michael Blackburn was by far the highlight of the visit as he told his stories of 40 years of flying with SAA with such passion and vigor, sharing intricate details of all aspects of airline operations, flying and safety. Truly an example of living history!
The museum is kept in great condition making it a pleasure to visit and the entire family from young to old will without a doubt be entertained, creating special memories and a feeling of a day well spent.
Our tour guide Michael Blackburn was by far the highlight of the visit as he told his stories of 40 years of flying with SAA with such passion and vigor, sharing intricate details of all aspects of airline operations, flying and safety. Truly an example of living history!
The museum is kept in great condition making it a pleasure to visit and the entire family from young to old will without a doubt be entertained, creating special memories and a feeling of a day well spent.
Written 28 December 2022
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Scelo Sithole
1 contribution
Mar 2022
Thank you for a wonderful walk through Michael Blackburn. We had awesome time learn about planes and all your wonderful experiences over 40 years. Thank you.
Written 28 March 2022
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Andrew A
Greater Sydney, Australia25 contributions
Mar 2022
The museum is a pleasant surprise and a great destination for aviation enthusiasts and families alike.
The guide on site, Michael Blackburn provided an exceptional tour of the SAA 747 parked at the museum- his passion for flying and for SAA was inspiring and we learned a lot about the safety and other aspects of flying as he related his experiences of flying.
As an aviation enthusiast myself it was a wonderful experience to see these retired aircraft bought to life by the dedicated volunteers, and it brought back great memories of my flights on the old SAA.
Well done
The guide on site, Michael Blackburn provided an exceptional tour of the SAA 747 parked at the museum- his passion for flying and for SAA was inspiring and we learned a lot about the safety and other aspects of flying as he related his experiences of flying.
As an aviation enthusiast myself it was a wonderful experience to see these retired aircraft bought to life by the dedicated volunteers, and it brought back great memories of my flights on the old SAA.
Well done
Written 11 March 2022
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Annelie
1 contribution
Jan 2022 • Family
Definately will visit again! The tour guide Michael made it so much fun and have great stories to tell on he's days as a Flight Attentand and the history about the famous Boeing 747-200. Definately fun to visit!
Written 23 January 2022
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Francois L
1 contribution
Dec 2021 • Family
Our tour guide Michael Blackburn was excellent. Very informative and excellent value for the whole family.
Written 30 December 2021
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Bennie Visser
1 contribution
Jul 2021
Michael Blackburn what a treat!!! He made the past come alive!! This is really something for everyone. Excellent!! Can't wait for his book!
Written 9 August 2021
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Dumololwazi M
Johannesburg, South Africa
Good morning
Is the museum open on 1st Jan 2023 and how much is entrance fee
Hi, someone out there, what is the entrance fee for the Airways Museum, and are they open on a Sunday?
SAAMuseum
Greater Johannesburg, South Africa
Greetings, we are open on Sundays. Adults R40.00 and Children R25.00. Kind regards, Jaws
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- South African Airways Museum Society is open:
- Tue - Sun 09:00 - 15:30
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