South African Airways Email Format
Airlines and AviationGauteng, South Africa5001-10000 Employees
South African Airways (SAA) is a major airline group based in Johannesburg, Gauteng. Founded in 1934, it operates passenger and cargo transport on domestic, regional and international routes and is a member of Star Alliance. The group relies on wholly owned subsidiaries SAA Technical (SAAT) and Air Chefs to provide maintenance and catering services. SAAT delivers maintenance including airframe checks, engine overhauls, mechanical components, avionics and line maintenance. In April 2026, SAA expanded its network with a nonstop service between São Paulo and Cape Town.