Problems at Durban’s King Shaka International airport meant approximately 700 football fans missed the World Cup semi-final match between Germany and Spain on Wednesday night due to congestion.
The Local Organising Committee and Fifa were quick to pass the blame on to the airport after they said they could not be held accountable for planes not landing in Durban. Fifa secretary Jerome Valcke expressed his sorrow for the disappointed fans but stated no compensation would be paid for un-used tickets.
The problems occurred because approximately 200 private aircraft arrived at the airport then refused to move on the ground for commercial aircraft carrying the excited fans. This caused a knock on delay meaning the fans missed the game.
An investigation has been launched by the Civil Aviation Authority into why the private jets carrying wealthy businessmen refused to move.
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