Ghana’s presidential jet, a Dassault Falcon 900EX EASy, has been grounded in France due to severe corrosion in its fuel tanks and engine components.
The Defence Minister, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, revealed that the jet has been undergoing major repairs since March 11, 2025, with its return date repeatedly pushed back by technicians.
The prolonged absence of the presidential jet has sparked a debate about whether Ghana should invest in a new, more spacious, and reliable aircraft for the presidency. While some have raised concerns about the cost and timing, others argue that a modern replacement is necessary to avoid dependence on costly rentals.
Dr. Omane Boamah described the state of the jet as “sick” and emphasized that the current condition doesn’t justify hiring expensive luxury aircraft for presidential travel. “The truth is that the presidential jet is heavily corroded… However, that does not in any way justify hiring or renting luxurious aircraft persistently for presidential use,” he asserted.
The government is yet to announce a new return date for the jet, with Dr. Omane Boamah refraining from publicly disclosing the expected timeline due to previous unmet deadlines. Interim measures have been arranged to ensure the President can travel securely and without disruption while decisions on the jet’s future are finalised.
