The Ghana National Gas Company (GNGC) has attributed the emergency landing of the Ghana Air Force helicopter on Tuesday, March 19, near Bonsukrom, Agona Nkwanta in the Western Region, to adverse atmospheric conditions.
Ghana Gas has reassured the public that the incident will not impact its operations at Atuabo.
On Tuesday, March 19, 2024, a Ghana Armed Forces helicopter crash-landed near Bonsukrom, close to Agona Nkwanta in the Western Region. The helicopter was carrying 21 individuals, including personnel from the Petroleum sector regulators.
Ghana Gas in a statement signed by its Head of Corporate Communications, Ernest Kofi Owusu-Bempah, said, “The emergency landing occurred as a result of bad weather conditions. All passengers on board have been accounted for and there were no fatalities.
“However, crew members are currently undergoing routine medical checkup. While assuring members of the public and our operational staff at Atuabo to remain calm, we want to assure the general public that the incident will not affect our operations.”