Springbok Classic Air

Springbok Classic Air is part of the Springbok Group of Companies. The group is a family business based at Dakota Lodge, Hangar 5, Rand Airport, in Germiston, South Africa. Captain Flippie Vermeulen and his wife Maryna founded the group in 2001.

The site says the company works to preserve vintage aviation, conserve nature and educate young aviators. It flies rare vintage aircraft, including a Douglas DC-3 Dakota.

The company offers flights on its vintage aircraft. Guests can also spend the night at Dakota Lodge. The site describes travel for a cause, where some flights support conservation and education projects.

Group companies named on the site include Springbok Air Academy, Springbok Aviation Services, Springbok Freight and Springbok Ground Academy. Springbok Aviation Services, led by Ben Vermeulen, focuses on the care and restoration of rare vintage aircraft.

The site lists the team. Captain Flippie Vermeulen is the chief executive and remains an active instructor. Petro Vermeulen is a professional airline pilot with 14,500 hours. Piet Nieuwenhuizen is a Grade II instructor, and Timoth Maritinyu handles aircraft maintenance.

The site says the group trains people to become aviators. The site lists a phone number, 011 824 2142, and a contact form. The company is on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.