Tag: Kotoka International Airport
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Full-Scale Emergency Simulation Exercise Set to Test Response Capacity at Kotoka International Airport
A comprehensive emergency simulation exercise, named ‘Operation Ogboole 2023,’ is scheduled to take place at Kotoka International Airport (KIA) on Thursday, October 12, 2023, from 0800 to 1200 noon. This exercise, designed to simulate a mass casualty evacuation following an airplane crash into the sea off the Osu landing beach, is being conducted in collaboration…
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Girls in Aviation Day Celebrated at Kotoka International Airport
The 9th Girls in Aviation Day was joyously celebrated at Kotoka International Airport, showcasing the significance of women in aviation and inspiring young women to explore career opportunities in the industry. This global event, organized by Women in Aviation International (WAI), witnessed enthusiastic participation from Ghana’s own WAI chapter, comprised of dedicated women professionals from…
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KIA attains level 1 customer experience accreditation from ACI
Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) has proudly announced that the Kotoka International Airport has achieved Level 1 of the prestigious Airports Council International (ACI) Customer Experience Accreditation Programme. This the company said, marks a significant milestone for the airport, as it demonstrates its commitment to enhancing customer satisfaction and delivering exceptional passenger experiences. The ACI…
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Kotoka Airport: Airlines to pay $3,500 on each unvaccinated passenger they bring in
As the omicron variant of covid-19 threatens to erode gains made in the fight against the pandemic, Ghana’s health authorities and the Aviation Authority, have issued strict guidelines to airlines flying passengers into the country. In a statement announcing new plans to guard against another wave of COVID-19 infections, the authorities said effective Tuesday, December…
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Investigations commence into aborted KLM flight; report expected in two months
The Aircraft Accident and Incident and Prevention Bureau has commenced investigations into the bird strike incident involving a KLM Aircraft last Saturday. The bird strike affected an area close to the aircraft’s windshield. A statement from the bureau said it expects the investigation to be completed within two months. Former Director-General of Ghana Civil Aviation…
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KIA workers to withdraw services to demand removal of MD
Local and international departures at the Kotoko International Airport (KIA) are expected to be disrupted this morning following a call for the withdrawal of services of all general staff at the Airport from 6 am of Friday February 26, 2021 until further notice. The call was made by the Divisional Union of the Public Services…
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High PCR test cost at KIA a hindrance to Africa integration goal – AfDB Secretary General
The Secretary General of the African Development Bank Group, Professor Vincent Nmehielle has called on government to review the $150 dollars being charged for COVID-19 testing at the Kotoka International Airport. This adds to calls by other stakeholders who have described the charge as a disincentive for the business community and tourists who wish to…
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Qatar Airways officially commences operations in Ghana
Qatar Airways has commenced operations in Ghana with its first flight arriving at the Kotoka International Airport on the morning of September 29, 2020. The airline will operate four weekly flights to Accra, Ghana via Lagos, becoming the 4th new destination launched by the national carrier of the State of Qatar since the start of…
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Prior online payment for mandatory COVID-19 test at KIA begins today
From today, September 15, 2020, passengers travelling to Ghana will be required to make an online payment for the compulsory COVID-19 test. The passengers will have to show proof of payment to the airlines before boarding flights to Ghana. However, some airlines operating within Ghana’s airspace say the directive will not be feasible until communication…
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Business activities at Kotoka Int’l Airport gradually picking up after months of inactivity
The opening of the Kotoka International Airport to both domestic and international travel is beginning to restore life to businesses within and around the Airport that were affected during the closure. Businesses situated in and around the Kotoka International Airport largely depend on the full operation of the Airport for patronage of their goods and…