Ghana’s Ministry of Defence has clarified that the aircraft involved in the recent crash at Tema Community One does not belong to the Ghana Armed Forces.
The clarification was issued by Deputy Defence Minister Ernest Brogya Genfi following public speculation that the crashed aircraft might have been part of the country’s military fleet. According to him, the aircraft was privately owned and operated, not a military asset.
The incident occurred on March 16, 2026, when a microlight aircraft crashed and caught fire near a school park in Tema Community One. The aircraft, which was en route from Ho to Accra, reportedly lost contact with air traffic control shortly before the crash.
Authorities confirmed that two people were on board at the time of the crash, and both lost their lives. Emergency responders, including personnel from the Ghana National Fire Service, were quickly dispatched to the scene to manage the situation and extinguish the flames.
Initial reports suggested the aircraft had been circling in the air, possibly attempting to land before it eventually went down near a daycare facility. Fortunately, no casualties were recorded among residents, schoolchildren or staff in the area.
The Defence Ministry’s statement was aimed at addressing concerns and clearing misconceptions about the ownership of the aircraft. Officials emphasised that the Ghana Armed Forces had no involvement in the incident.
The Ghana Civil Aviation Authority has since launched an investigation to determine the cause of the crash. Authorities say further updates will be provided as inquiries progress.
The tragic incident has sparked concern among the public and renewed discussions about aviation safety, particularly involving smaller privately operated aircraft.
