Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 27 May 2026
Wildflite is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is collected and processed properly, lawfully, and transparently. This Privacy Policy details how we handle information in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect and process various types of personal information, including but not limited to:
- Identity Information: Name, surname, company registration, or pilot credentials.
- Contact Information: Email address, phone number, physical address.
- Operational Data: Licensing details, flight records, and safety/incident reports (where applicable for operations).
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, and usage data collected via cookies.
2. Purpose of Processing
We use your personal information to:
- Provide aviation services (Helicopter, Fixed Wing, and Drone operations).
- Conduct pilot training (Part 141) and maintain student logs.
- Administer safety procedures and incident reporting (Part 140/114 compliance).
- Respond to queries, requests, and manage appointments.
- Maintain operational safety and regulatory compliance with SACAA and ICAO.
3. Conditions for Lawful Processing
In accordance with POPIA, we ensure that:
- Accountability: We take full responsibility for personal data in our custody.
- Processing Limitation: Data is processed lawfully and minimally.
- Purpose Specification: Data is collected for specific, explicitly defined purposes.
- Information Quality: We take steps to keep your data accurate and complete.
- Openness: We are transparent about the details we collect and hold.
- Security Safeguards: We deploy strict technical and organizational measures to prevent loss or unauthorized access.
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share details only with regulatory authorities (such as the South African Civil Aviation Authority - SACAA) to satisfy legal mandates, or with trusted service providers essential for conducting our business under strict confidentiality agreements.
5. Cookies & Analytics
Our website utilizes standard cookies to improve user experience, remember preferences, and analyze web traffic. You can choose to accept or decline cookies through your browser settings or our dynamic consent banner.
6. Your Rights
Under POPIA and GDPR, you have the right to:
- Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
- Request corrections or updates to inaccurate details.
- Object to processing or request deletion of data that is no longer required.
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa.
7. Contact Information
For any queries or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact our designated Information Officer:
Information Officer: Jean-Pierre
Email: info@wildflite.co.za
Phone: 082 299 3096