To achieve the objects, the Bureau shall

(a) investigate aircraft accidents and incidents;

(b) ensure due compliance with Annex 13 of the Chicago Convention and the Protocols, Technical Instructions, Guidance and Procedures from the International Civil Aviation Organization in respect of the investigation of aircraft accidents and incidents as provided for in Regulations made under section 39 of ACT 1028;

(c) establish procedures for the conduct of investigations in accordance with the Annex 13 of the Chicago Convention;

(d) promote and improve safety in aviation through

(i) the independent investigation of aircraft accidents and incidents, and

(ii) the prevention of aircraft accidents and incidents;

(e) determine the causes of and contributing factors to aircraft accidents and incidents;

(f) prepare and submit reports to the appropriate authority to enhance the progress of investigations into aircraft accidents or incidents;

(g) advise the Minister on matters relating to

(i) aircraft accidents and incidents; and

(ii) the investigation and prevention of aircraft accidents and incidents;

(h) make safety recommendations, where applicable;

(i) establish and maintain an up-to-date laboratory, hangar or such other facility, necessary for carrying out the functions of the Bureau;

(j) establish institutions for training personnel for the investigation of aircraft accidents or incidents that occur in Ghana;

(k) collate and analyze safety data and promptly exchange safety information as part of the State Safety Programme;

(l) protect and preserve records on aircraft accidents and incidents;

(m) provide the families and survivors of aircraft accidents or incidents, with information on the aircraft accidents or incidents, in a timely-manner; and

(n) perform any other function under this Act.