Nkawkaw Headmaster Confronts Pilot After Emergency Landing, Pilot Explains Critical Safety Decision

• A Volta River Aviation helicopter made a safe emergency landing near Nkawkaw due to poor visibility caused by fog, with no injuries reported
• The pilot, Captain John Kaliati, avoided landing in the school compound after spotting children nearby, prioritising their safety
• Local authorities praised the pilot’s professionalism, highlighting the importance of experienced pilots in managing foggy weather emergencies

A Volta River Aviation helicopter with the tail number 9G-AFW made an emergency landing at Ampekrom near Nkawkaw at 10:10 AM today due to poor visibility caused by foggy weather conditions. The emergency landing transpired at Nkawkaw, Kwahu West District.

The helicopter piloted by Captain John Kaliati and carrying four passengers landed safely with no injuries reported.

The headmaster of New Generation School, located close to the landing site, has broken his silence on the emergency landing on his school premises

According to the school’s headmaster, the aircraft had initially been planned to land within the school’s compound, but he swiftly changed his decision after the pilot spotted schoolchildren nearby.

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The headmaster approached the Pilot, Captain Kaliati, after the abrupt landing to ask questions about the emergency landing.

Captain Kaliati explained that the emergency landing was a precautionary one, which was prompted by foggy weather conditions that limited visibility during the flight.

“The pilot told me they had to make a quick decision to land safely due to the weather,” the headmaster stated. “He chose to avoid the school compound to ensure the children’s safety, which we are very grateful for.”

Watch the videos of the pilot and headteacher explaining below:

Watch another video of the emergency landed helicopter below:

Local authorities have lauded Captain Kaliati’s professionalism and bold response to the situation, which ensured the safety of both the passengers and the community.

Emergency services rushed to the scene, and initial assessments suggest the aircraft sustained no significant damage.

The incident supports recent claims that the helicopter crash was due to foggy weather

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The Volta River Aviation has yet to issue an official statement, but authorities have made it clear to share further updates as the investigation proceeds.

The community, particularly the headmaster of the New Generation School, expressed relief and gratitude for the pilot’s cautious approach, which avoided potential risks to the schoolchildren.

Pupils, staff, community members, and police officers were seen at the plane landing site, ensuring everything was in order and conducting initial investigations.

Helicopter emergency landing follows tragic Obuasi crash

Earlier, YEN.com.gh, the same helicopter (9G-ADW) safely made an emergency landing at a school park in Ajumako Kokoben due to bad weather, with no injuries reported. The pilot’s quick thinking was praised by locals and social media users.

This happened hours after a Ghana Armed Forces helicopter crashed near Obuasi, killing eight people, including top government officials like Dr. Edward Omane Boamah and Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed. The crash has raised concerns about aviation safety.

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The victims’ remains were received in Accra in a solemn ceremony, with many Ghanaians expressing sympathy and honouring the fallen leaders.

Source: YEN.com.gh