Privacy Policy

Air Blade Aviation (Pty) Ltd
Operating from Signature Private Hangar, Beechcraft Rd, Cape Town International Airport, Cape Town, 7490

Last updated: 1st September 2025

1. Introduction

Air Blade Aviation (“we”, “our”, “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard personal data in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA) of South Africa.

By engaging our services, visiting our website, or interacting with our team, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

Identity Information – Full name, date of birth, identification number, passport number.
Contact Information – Phone number, email address, physical or postal address.
Booking and Payment Information – Flight booking details, payment details (processed securely via third-party providers).
Travel & Safety Information – Emergency contact details, weight and health disclosures required for flight safety.
Website and Digital Data – IP address, cookies, browser type, and interaction with our digital platforms.
Photography & Media – With consent, we may capture photos or videos of flight experiences for marketing purposes.

3. How We Use Your Information

Your personal information is used for:

Processing flight bookings and providing aviation services.
Ensuring compliance with aviation regulations and passenger safety requirements.
Communicating updates, confirmations, and service-related information.
Responding to queries, feedback, or complaints.
Marketing and promotional purposes (with your consent).
Meeting legal, regulatory, and security obligations.

4. Sharing of Information

We will not sell or distribute your personal information. However, we may share information with:

Regulatory Authorities – as required under aviation law and civil aviation regulations.
Payment Service Providers – for secure transaction processing.
Trusted Service Providers – for logistics, communications, or IT services, bound by confidentiality.
Emergency Services – where necessary for safety and health reasons.

5. Data Storage and Security

All personal information is stored securely and only accessible to authorized personnel.
We apply technical, physical, and organizational safeguards to protect data from unauthorized access, alteration, or loss.
Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill its purpose or as required by law.

6. Your Rights Under POPIA

You have the right to:

Access – Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Correction – Request that we correct or update inaccurate or incomplete information.
Deletion – Request the deletion of your personal information where legally permissible.
Objection – Object to the processing of your data for direct marketing purposes.
Withdrawal of Consent – Withdraw consent for optional data use (e.g., marketing).

Requests can be made in writing to info@airbladeaviation.co.za.

7. International Data Transfers

If your data is transferred outside South Africa (e.g., for cloud storage or booking systems), we ensure adequate safeguards are in place to comply with POPIA requirements.

8. Cookies & Website Use

Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but certain features may not function properly as a result.

9. Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Any updates will be published on our website, and material changes will be communicated where necessary.

10. Contact Us

For questions, requests, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Air Blade Aviation (Pty) Ltd
Signature Private Hangar
Cape Town International Airport
Email: info@airbladeaviation.co.za
Phone: +27 (0)74 312 4921
Website: www.airbladeaviation.co.za