Flyover wows inauguration crows

The flyover, including an airbus, wowed the audience after President Jacob Zuma was sworn in at the Union Buildings on Saturday.

After Zuma uttered those all important words: "So help me God", the 21-gun salute exploded though the air.

The airforce, however, stole the show with a diamond formation of jets soaring above the balcony as Zuma looked on through a glass window behind him.

The aircraft performing the flyover were an A340-400 and two A340-600s.

The SA Airforce also participated with four helicopters brandishing the SA flag cruising past the venue.

The crowd continued to shout their approval as stunt planes flew overhead, with a trail of smoke following.

Immediately after Zuma took the oath, two men jumped up and gave each other a high five with all the enthusiasm they could muster.

Even emergency services staff abandoned their post and gathered to congratulate each other and pump their fists in the air. - Sapa