Construction of a cutting-edge Aviation Academy in the Volta Region is set to commence in eight months, following the successful completion of a feasibility study conducted by the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) and relevant partners.
The academy will serve as a premier institution for aviation education, featuring a Pilot Training School, a Cabin Crew and Technician Training Centre, and a Maintenance and Repair Hub.
The initiative seeks to develop skilled aviation professionals, create job opportunities, and establish Ghana as a key aviation training destination in the region.
This announcement came during a stakeholder visit to the Ho Aerodrome.
Volta Regional Minister James Gunu underscored the project’s potential to boost employment, drive tourism, and spur economic progress in the region.
He commended the collaboration between Togbe Afede XIV and GACL, stating,“Togbe Afede XIV is a great asset to Ghana, and I admire the partnership between him and Ghana Airports. A pilot training school will boost tourism, create jobs, and positively impact other sectors. Whatever needs to be done must be done now.”
Agbogbomefia of Asogli State, Togbe Afede XIV, reaffirmed his dedication to the project, recalling that the vision was first conceived in 2019.
He expressed confidence that the time was right to move forward, emphasizing, “With dedication, strategic planning, and collaboration, we remain confident in delivering a world-class aviation academy that meets international standards and contributes to the nation’s economic and aviation industry growth.”
Yvonne Nana Afriyie Opare, Managing Director of GACL, highlighted the importance of making regional airports self-sufficient and stressed that the academy would be a major step in that direction. She noted that Ghana has the potential to become a leading aviation training hub, given the rising demand for pilots and aircraft maintenance professionals across Africa.
This visit represents the second attempt to assess the feasibility of the project, following previous challenges that delayed its progress.
