Ghana has taken a significant step towards enhancing aviation safety with the passage of the Aircraft Accidents and Incidents Investigation and Prevention Regulations 2024, LI 2483. These regulations aim to establish a framework for investigating and preventing aircraft accidents and incidents in Ghana.
The regulations are a result of the Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation and Prevention Bureau Act, 2020 (Act 1028), which established the Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation and Prevention Bureau (AIB) Ghana ¹ ². The AIB Ghana is responsible for investigating aircraft accidents and incidents, and the new regulations provide the necessary framework for the bureau to carry out its mandate.
The regulations outline the procedures for reporting, investigating, and analyzing aircraft accidents and incidents. They also provide guidelines for the prevention of accidents and incidents, including the implementation of safety measures and the conduct of regular audits ³.
The passage of these regulations demonstrates Ghana’s commitment to improving aviation safety and reducing the risk of accidents and incidents. It is expected that the regulations will enhance the country’s compliance with international aviation safety standards and promote a safer and more secure aviation industry.