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FAAN team concludes Aviacargo Benchmarking visits to Addis Ababa and Nairobi Airports

In order to grow Aviacargo Business in Nigeria a team led by FAAN visited the leading Air Cargo Airports in Africa to benchmark their Services. Kenya currently leads Africa in Air Cargo Business while Nigeria is number 5. FAAN set up the Aviacargo Roadmap committee to design a plan that will lift Nigeria to the 1st position in the Shortest possible time. To meet this target FAAN team had to […]

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9th Girls in Aviation Day Celebrated at the Kotoka International Airport

In celebration of the 9th Girls in Aviation Day, a group of 220 female Senior High School (SHS) students received a comprehensive education to the aviation industry. The one-day event, hosted by Kotoka International Airport (KIA) over the weekend, welcomed students from various high schools, including Accra Girls Senior High School, Tema Senior High School (Temasco), Ola Girls, Lashibi, and Afia Kobi Senior High Schools. Accompanied by their teachers, the […]

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Traveling to the UK will become more expensive from October 4

Traveling to the United Kingdom as a tourist, visitor or a student will become more expensive from 4 October, 2023. The UK Home office has advised that there will be changes to the cost of  Visit Visas and Student Visas for overseas applicants. Visit Visas less than six months will rise from £100 to £115 and the fee for a Student Visa from outside the UK will rise to £490. […]

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Press Release: GACL Emerges Winner of ‘’Best ERM Complaint Institution’’ SOEs Category in the Agency’s Annual Awards to Institutions

Accra – 15th September 2023 - Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) has emerged “Winner” of “Best ERM Compliant Institution” in the SoEs Category of the Internal Audit Agency’s (IAA) Annual Awards to institutions.   The Award was presented during the 2023 Internal Audit Conference held at the University of Professional Studies, Accra on Friday, September 15, 2023.   Enterprise Risk Management is the process of identifying, analysing, managing and monitoring […]

todaySeptember 18, 2023 109 1

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Press Release: GCAA Assures the Public on Aviation Safety and Security amidst the Row Regarding the Emergency Landing of Delta Airlines Flight DL157

Accra, 11th September 2023 - The Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) wishes to confirm that on Friday, September 8, 2023, Delta Airlines flight DL157 that departed Accra enroute to New York, United States of America with 215 passengers and 6 crew members had to make an emergency landing in Terceira Island, Portugal due to technical challenges. While en-route to its final destination from Accra, the aircraft experienced some technical challenges […]

todaySeptember 11, 2023 194 1

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ASKY officially takes delivery of its two Boeing 737-8 MAX

ASKY, renowned as "The Pan-African Airline," officially announced the delivery of two Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft following the signing of a lease agreement with AerCap, the world's largest commercial aircraft lessor, on Monday, May 22, 2023. These newly acquired aircraft, bearing the registrations ET-BAQ & ET-BAR, come with a passenger capacity of 160 seats, comprising 16 seats in Business Class and 144 seats in Economy Class. The grand reception ceremony […]

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Connecting the World: The Vital Importance of Airports

Airports, often regarded as gateways to the world, play a pivotal role in facilitating global connectivity and economic growth. As the world continues to recover from the challenges of the pandemic, the significance of airports in fostering trade, tourism, and social exchange has never been more evident. These bustling hubs are more than just terminals for flights; they are essential infrastructure that binds nations, cultures, and economies together. 1. Catalysts […]

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Tourism’s Economic Impact: A Catalyst for Growth and Prosperity

Tourism has long been recognized as a significant contributor to global economies, providing a multifaceted impact that drives growth, creates jobs, and fosters prosperity in both developed and developing nations. As the world emerges from the challenges of the pandemic, the role of tourism in fueling economic recovery has come into sharp focus. From the bustling streets of cosmopolitan cities to the serene landscapes of remote destinations, the tourism industry's […]

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Banjul Accord Group Strengthens Aviation Safety, Ensuring a Safer West African Sky

In a significant stride towards enhancing aviation safety in the region, the Banjul Accord Group gathered on the 28th July, 2023 in Accra, Ghana to work on setting up a permanent secretariat in one of its member states which will be dedicated in ensuring the smooth operation of the group. The theme for the meeting was, "Working together for an innovative and sustainable global aviation"  aimed at ensuring a safer […]

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