{"id":26883,"date":"2026-01-16T10:26:09","date_gmt":"2026-01-16T10:26:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/africa\/26883\/"},"modified":"2026-01-16T10:26:09","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T10:26:09","slug":"ghana-orders-four-multi-mission-airbus-helicopters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/africa\/26883\/","title":{"rendered":"Ghana orders four multi-mission Airbus helicopters"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ghana has placed its first-ever order for multi-mission Airbus helicopters, marking a major step toward strengthening the country\u2019s defence, security, and air transport capabilities.<\/p>\n

Airbus Helicopters announced on Friday, January 15, 2026, that it had secured a contract from Ghana\u2019s Ministry of Defence for the supply of four helicopters\u2014two H175Ms, one ACH175, and one ACH160.<\/p>\n

The acquisition aligns with government plans outlined during the presentation of the 2026 Budget in Parliament on November 13, 2025. At the time, Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson disclosed that government would, beginning in 2026, commence procurement processes for four modern helicopters, alongside one long-range and one medium-range aircraft, to enhance the operational efficiency of the Ghana Air Force.<\/p>\n

Under the agreement, Airbus said the two H175Ms will be deployed as multi-mission helicopters to support transport, search and rescue operations, emergency medical services, and disaster relief. The ACH175 and ACH160 will be used primarily for transport duties.<\/p>\n

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\u201cThe commitment from Ghana marks the return of Airbus Helicopters to the country with a defined focus on customer support and partnership,\u201d said Arnaud Montalvo, Head of Africa and the Middle East Region for Airbus Helicopters.<\/p>\n

He expressed particular enthusiasm about the introduction of the H175M into Ghana\u2019s fleet.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are particularly excited that the H175M will be operated in Ghana, demonstrating the aircraft\u2019s versatility across defence and security missions. This key deal also makes Ghana a leading customer in West Africa for our premium corporate helicopters, the ACH160 and ACH175,\u201d Mr. Montalvo added.<\/p>\n

The H175 helicopter, in service since 2014, belongs to Airbus\u2019 super-medium class and is designed to combine long-range capability with high payload capacity and smooth flight performance.<\/p>\n

Airbus says the aircraft is suitable for a wide range of onshore and offshore missions, including disaster relief, search and rescue, public services, military operations, crew changes, and private and business aviation.<\/p>\n

The ACH160, the latest addition to Airbus\u2019 ACH family, is described as the world\u2019s most technologically advanced helicopter. It incorporates 68 new patented Airbus technologies and offers about 20 percent more cabin volume per passenger than previous-generation medium twin helicopters.<\/p>\n

Its windows are also 35 percent larger than those of competing models, delivering what Airbus describes as the brightest cabin in its class.<\/p>\n

The acquisition positions Ghana as a leading customer for Airbus\u2019 premium helicopter products in West Africa and is expected to significantly boost the country\u2019s capacity in emergency response, defence operations, and executive transport.<\/p>\n

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