The Tshwane Metro Police Department has announced that several roads will be closed over the weekend due to the African Aerospace and Defence (AAD) expo that is currently under way at the Waterkloof Air Force Base in Centurion, Pretoria.
The AAD is Africa’s only aerospace and defence expo that combines both a trade exhibition and an air show. The exhibition returns after a long break as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
This year’s event, which officially opened on Wednesday, September 21, has attracted exhibitors from all over the world, a host of national pavilions, as well as the world’s leading aerospace and defence manufacturers.
The Metro police have warned residents who live around Waterkloof Air Force Base about an increase in aircraft movement since September 17, which is expected to peak at the weekend.
“On the days of the event, Saturday and Sunday, September 24 and 25, the noise level of the aircraft will be high.”
Meanwhile, from 09:00 to 18:00, residents who will be affected are advised to keep their pets secure and safe.
The department urged motorists to follow information boards, adding that all routes would be clearly marked as well.
“TMPD will be deployed on all routes to assist with traffic flow and monitor all road closures.”
Streets that will be closed on the days of the event:
Solomon Mahlangu Drive and R21 freeway.
Solomon Mahlangu Drive and Solomon Cress (Unie Street).
Veldpou Street at Dastek.
Available parking:
Park and ride from Armscor (Krygkor), next to Hoërskool Waterkloof.
Park and ride from 68 Air School, Trichardt Rd and Zircon.
