Cape Town
Brian Rothman
Brian started with Sky Messaging when it first opened and started operations in 2011 when the company was founded. Brian did 90% of the foundational proving flights to ensure the operation would be safe, logically fluid (routes, altitudes, etc) which added to the simplicity and structure of the company as it stands today. After briefly leaving the company in 2013 and working as a contracted pilot for the remaining years, Brian rejoined full time in late 2022 to take over and manage the company. Brian is now the Accountable Manager, PRFO and PRA. He is passionate and believes in Sky Messaging as a team family, and is always wanting to build on the values of the company and the uplifting and upskilling of the staff.Claudio da Sliva
Claudio has been with the company for over 5 years after obtaining his commercial license. To date he still feels it is the “best job” in the world. Claudio is being trained to assume the role of PRA and has also completed his Quality Assurance Management Certificate in 2023. Claudio is a reliable, punctual and safe pilot, he brings forward ideas and is one of the nicest, most friendly people you could ever meet.Hynnes Hersalman
The longest serving ground crew member in Cape Town (5 years) he is also the most qualified. Hynnes is working towards his commercial license which he hopes to complete by the end of the year 2024.
He is an extremely important individual at the Cape Town branch and also very friendly and social, and a Friday braai is always on the cards. Don’t let the easy going Hynnes fool you, Hynnes has a high moral and integrity compass that directs him, and he speaks on issues that could be serious and often is able to give a supportive and open view to reasoning when questions or situations arise, Hynnes has also completed a Safety Management Systems course in 2023. He is a wonderful person all round, and invaluable to the team.
Freek de Villers
Andries “Freek” de Villers is contracted to help out with flights when necessary. His flying is mainly corporate, however before he flew corporate he was a Captain South African Airways domestically and internationally (still prefers Cub flying). He brings a wealth of knowledge to the team and is a great person to talk to and engage with – a rare gem in the aviation world, and greatly admired by the team.Lihle Mtintsilana
Lihle is the newest member to the Cape Town team 2024. Lihle has a PPL license and is working to forward his career to become a commercial pilot. He has shown an amazing commitment to his role as Ground Crew at Sky messaging and he is a driven and passionate individual about aviation. He is reliable and will always go the extra mile. Lihle is a true asset to the Cape Town operation.Ruan Stoltz
Ruan Stoltz is our appointed Quality and Safety Manager, he is supported by both Claudio and Hynnes in this role. Ruan has a wealth of experience in aviation with over 20 years in aviation ranging from helicopter operations, charter operations, flight schools, risk management, accident investigation, and in disciplines of Quality and Safety Management. He is the company library for all things regulatory. Ruan also held a pilot’s license, and a valued member of the team.Johannesburg
Duane Mouton
Our appointed Johannesburg base operations manager and pilot. He is a commercial pilot and worked in helivac operations and vehicle tracking. Duane joined the company in August 2023 and has to date completed 100’s of flights both in Johannesburg from our main base at Brakpan and in Durban. Duane is an asset to the company and not scared to get his hands dirty and always thinking ahead, we are thankful for his efforts and energy and by holding our JHB team together and arranging social meets and get togethers.Dylan van der Merwe
Dylan has been flying on a contract basis with the company for several years, a gentleman and very good pilot. When not flying for Sky messaging he performs corporate flying, flying a KingAir 200 on charter out of Johannesburg. Dylan is also a Grade 2 instructor and will be joining Cyle as a company instructor to conduct internal training of the team. Dylan has time flying contracts in Africa and has a lot of experience and this share with the team.Siya Zazini
Siya joined the team in August 2023 and with perseverance and patience, completed his Super Cub rating after delay’s experience with a shortage of aircraft at the time but finally got his Sky Messaging signout in January 2024 and is doing exceptionally well and the Johannesburg base. As the next base manager in line, Siya is already starting to show responsibility outside of his passion for flying.Cyle Nienaber
Cyle is the longest serving member of Sky Messaging, now contracted, and flew over 1000 banner missions across the country, mainly in Johannesburg. Cyle now flies as a Captain at Airlink and says he still enjoys flying the Cubs when he can. Cyle is a Grade 2 instructor and the nominated person for ensuring that all flight crew receive recurrent training and checking. Cyle has over 6500 hrs total time. A wonderful down to earth professional person, and principle in passing on the right attitude and skills to new pilots at the company.Mark de Jong
Mark is the newest member of the Johannesburg 2023/2024 team performing the supportive and flight follower role of Ground Crew. Exceptional in his duties. Mark is nearing the completion of his commercial pilot licence and next in line to obtain his Sky Messaging wings.
Duane Mouton
Our appointed Johannesburg base operations manager and pilot. He is a commercial pilot and worked in helivac operations and vehicle tracking. Duane joined the company in August 2023 and has to date completed 100's of flights both in Johannesburg from our main base at Brakpan and in Durban. Duane is an asset to the company and not scared to get his hands dirty and always thinking ahead, we are thankful for his efforts and energy and by holding our JHB team together and arranging social meets and get togethers.
Siya Zazini
Siya joined the team in August 2023 and with perseverance and patience, completed his Super Cub rating after delay's experience with a shortage of aircraft at the time but finally got his Sky Messaging signout in January 2024 and is doing exceptionally well and the Johannesburg base. As the next base manager in line, Siya is already starting to show responsibility outside of his passion for flying.
Lihle Mtintsilana
Lihle is the newest member to the Cape Town team 2024. Lihle has a PPL license and is working to forward his career to become a commercial pilot. He has shown an amazing commitment to his role as Ground Crew at Sky messaging and he is a driven and passionate individual about aviation. He is reliable and will always go the extra mile. Lihle is a true asset to the Cape Town operation.
Mark de Jong
Mark is the newest member of the Johannesburg 2023/2024 team performing the supportive and flight follower role of Ground Crew. Exceptional in his duties. Mark is nearing the completion of his commercial pilot licence and next in line to obtain his Sky Messaging wings.
Hynnes Hersalman
The longest serving ground crew member in Cape Town (5 years) he is also the most qualified. Hynnes is working towards his commercial license which he hopes to complete by the end of the year 2024. He is an extremely important individual at the Cape Town branch and also very friendly and social, and a Friday braai is always on the cards. Don't let the easy going Hynnes fool you, Hynnes has a high moral and integrity compass that directs him, and he speaks on issues that could be serious and often is able to give a supportive and open view to reasoning when questions or situations arise, Hynnes has also completed a Safety Management Systems course in 2023. He is a wonderful person all round, and invaluable to the team.
Freek de Villers
Andries "Freek" de Villers is contracted to help out with flights when necessary. His flying is mainly corporate, however before he flew corporate he was a Captain South African Airways domestically and internationally (still prefers Cub flying). He brings a wealth of knowledge to the team and is a great person to talk to and engage with - a rare gem in the aviation world, and greatly admired by the team.
Dylan van der Merwe
Dylan has been flying on a contract basis with the company for several years, a gentleman and very good pilot. When not flying for Sky messaging he performs corporate flying, flying a KingAir 200 on charter out of Johannesburg. Dylan is also a Grade 2 instructor and will be joining Cyle as a company instructor to conduct internal training of the team. Dylan has time flying contracts in Africa and has a lot of experience and this share with the team.
Cyle Nienaber
Cyle is the longest serving member of Sky Messaging, now contracted, and flew over 1000 banner missions across the country, mainly in Johannesburg. Cyle now flies as a Captain at Airlink and says he still enjoys flying the Cubs when he can. Cyle is a Grade 2 instructor and the nominated person for ensuring that all flight crew receive recurrent training and checking. Cyle has over 6500 hrs total time. A wonderful down to earth professional person, and principle in passing on the right attitude and skills to new pilots at the company.
Brian Rothman
Brian started with Sky Messaging when it first opened and started operations in 2011 when the company was founded. Brian did 90% of the foundational proving flights to ensure the operation would be safe, logically fluid (routes, altitudes, etc) which added to the simplicity and structure of the company as it stands today. After briefly leaving the company in 2013 and working as a contracted pilot for the remaining years, Brian rejoined full time in late 2022 to take over and manage the company. Brian is now the Accountable Manager, PRFO and PRA. He is passionate and believes in Sky Messaging as a team family, and is always wanting to build on the values of the company and the uplifting and upskilling of the staff.
Claudio da Sliva
Claudio has been with the company for over 5 years after obtaining his commercial license. To date he still feels it is the "best job" in the world. Claudio is being trained to assume the role of PRA and has also completed his Quality Assurance Management Certificate in 2023. Claudio is a reliable, punctual and safe pilot, he brings forward ideas and is one of the nicest, most friendly people you could ever meet.
Ruan Stoltz
Ruan Stoltz is our appointed Quality and Safety Manager, he is supported by both Claudio and Hynnes in this role. Ruan has a wealth of experience in aviation with over 20 years in aviation ranging from helicopter operations, charter operations, flight schools, risk management, accident investigation, and in disciplines of Quality and Safety Management. He is the company library for all things regulatory. Ruan also held a pilot's license, and a valued member of the team.
