Captain Annabel Vundla  

Captain A320  

SAA/ Military flight instructor/Presidential pilot(RESERVIST) /RPL pilot 

Let’s deep dive into the phenomenal Captain Annabel Vundla’s bio and her achievements to date! 

Originally from Mafikeng, North West, Captain Annabel has harbored a deep passion for aviation from an early age. She began her career in the South African Air Force in 1999 and achieved a historic milestone as the first Black female pilot and instructor in the South African Defence Force. From 2005 to 2010, she was the sole woman of color entrusted with flying democratically elected heads of state. In 2010, she joined South African Airways, where they initially flew the Boeing 737-800, then transitioned to the Airbus A320. Notably, Captain Annabel became the first Black female captain of an airline in South Africa. Captain Annabel and her team are dedicated to the safe transportation of passengers by air. In addition to ensuring the well-being of passengers, she is responsible for overseeing the crew and maintaining the technical status of the aircraft. 

“I am  committed to inspiring women to chase their dreams and persevere in the face of challenges.”  Captain Annabel Vundla  

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