According to the information received from SAA
(1)(a) The record shows that during Coleman Andrew’s tenure as CEO, the Board on 14 April 2000, considered the sale and leaseback of B737-200 aircraft and approved:
(1)(b) The total amount as per board resolution was.
2. With regards to the assessment of the state of the aircraft, SAA does not have records for answers to this question. Whilst the airline has the resolutions relating to that period (some 20 years ago) the requirement for record retention is limited to 7 years.
Remarks: Reply: Approved / Not Approved
Jacky Molisane P J Gordhan, MP
Acting Director-General Minister
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