The Ministry of Defence has officially announced the commencement of work by the investigation Board tasked with probing the recent Z-9 helicopter crash.
The Board, chaired by the National Security Coordinator, comprises members from the Ghana Air Force and the Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation and Prevention Bureau of the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA).
The United States of America is lending technical support to the investigation, with visiting experts from the U.S. Air Force working alongside the team. The Board also retains the option of inviting additional expert institutions, both local and international, to assist in the inquiry.
It will be recalled that, following the crash on August 6, 2025, a preliminary investigation team was immediately established to gather initial evidence. That team has submitted its findings to the Board.
According to the Ministry, the investigation Board has been given a 30-day mandate to complete its work and present its final report.
The Acting Minister for Defence, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, MP, signed the statement and assured the public of the Ministry’s commitment to uncovering the cause of the crush
