The Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation and Prevention Bureau (AIB Ghana) has concluded a five-day Aircraft Accident Investigation Concepts and Practice Course aimed at strengthening the investigative capacity and technical competencies of aviation safety professional in the country.
The training, organised in collaboration with Cranfield University, United Kingdom, took place from November 2 to 6, 2026, at the Ghana Aviation Training Academy (GATA) in Accra.
The programme brought together participants from AIB Ghana, the Ghana Air Force, Ghana Police Service, Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), Ghana Airports Company Limited, airline operators, Ghana National Fire service and ground handlers , reflecting a collective commitment to improving aviation safety through institutional collaboration and professional development.
Throughout the five-day programme, participants received practical and theoretical training in evidence collection and management, investigative interviewing, data analysis, development of safety recommendations and investigation report writing.
Group discussions, practical exercises and simulated investigations further equipped participants with the knowledge and skills required to conduct effective, systematic and internationally compliant investigations.
Speaking at the closing ceremony, Commissioner of AIB Ghana, Mr John M.K. Wumborti, said the training formed part of the Bureau’s broader efforts to strengthen its investigative capabilities and position Ghana to respond effectively to the anticipated growth in air traffic as the country pursues its ambition of becoming an aviation hub in West Africa.
He emphasised the importance of safety reporting by aviation stakeholders, particularly air traffic controllers and airline operators, explaining that reliable safety data would enable the Bureau to identify hazards, analyse trends and develop evidence-based safety recommendations to prevent future occurrences.
The Commissioner urged participants to apply the knowledge acquired within their respective institutions and strengthen collaboration in responding to aviation occurrences.
Facilitators from Cranfield University, Mr Jeremy Turner and Dr Abdul Abushallah, commended participants for their dedication and active engagement throughout the programme. They expressed optimism about the continued partnership with AIB Ghana, highlighting opportunities for further technical cooperation and professional development.
The successful completion of the training reinforces AIB Ghana’s commitment to building a competent, well-trained and collaborative aviation safety community. It also advances the Bureau’s broader mandate of promoting aviation safety through independent, credible and effective accident investigations.