Volta River Aviation has clarified that the helicopter which executed an emergency landing in Nkawkaw on Wednesday, August 13, did so as a precaution due to unfavorable weather, emphasizing that at no time was the safety of the aircraft, its occupants, crew, or the general public at risk.
In a statement released by the company’s legal representative, Nana Yaw Ntrakwah, Esq., the organization stated that the landing adhered to established aviation safety procedures and was not triggered by any technical malfunction.
“The helicopter touched down safely in Nkawkaw owing to adverse weather conditions, consistent with standard aviation safety guidelines. The choice to land was a preventive action. At no time was the safety of the helicopter, passengers, crew, or the public endangered. Relevant authorities were promptly informed,” the statement noted.
The company further mentioned that the helicopter later continued its journey and successfully fulfilled its mission once weather conditions improved.
This clarification comes in response to an earlier press release from the Volta River Authority (VRA) concerning the same event. While recognizing the VRA’s statement regarding ownership, Volta River Aviation reiterated that its foremost concern is the protection of lives and strict compliance with aviation regulations.
“Our Client wishes to reaffirm its dedication to openness and safety in all aviation operations,” the statement concluded.
The emergency landing, which drew public attention amid growing concerns following recent helicopter-related tragedies in the country, has now been confirmed as a routine safety maneuver with no danger posed to passengers or the public.
The incident occurred one week after a military helicopter crashed in Adansi Akrofoum in the Ashanti Region while en route to Obuasi, resulting in the deaths of all eight individuals on board, including Ghana’s Defence Minister, Edward Omane Boamah, and the Minister for Environment, Science and Innovation, Murtala Muhammed.
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