A Ghana Armed Forces helicopter has crashed in the Ashanti Region, with preliminary reports indicating fatalities.
The Z9 aircraft disappeared from radar this morning while en route from Accra to Obuasi. Local media reports suggest the helicopter impacted trees and caught fire following the crash.
The Ghana Armed Forces confirmed the aircraft is missing and disclosed it was carrying three crew members and five passengers. Search and rescue operations are actively underway to locate the wreckage. Authorities are working to re-establish communication and determine the precise location of the accident.
Initial reports circulating in local media state four individuals aboard lost their lives, though official confirmation on casualties remains pending. The military has not yet released detailed information on the condition of those onboard or the cause of the incident. The focus remains on the ongoing search efforts in the region.
The Ghana Armed Forces is expected to provide further updates as the situation develops. This incident marks a serious event for the country’s military aviation operations. The region around the flight path is being thoroughly canvassed by rescue teams.
