A Brussels Airlines flight travelling from Accra to Lomé returned safely to the Accra International Airport (AIA) on Monday evening after experiencing a technical fault shortly after take-off.

According to the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), Flight SN278 departed Accra at 6:06 p.m. but developed a technical problem during the flight.

As a precautionary safety measure, the flight crew elected to return to Accra, where the aircraft landed safely at 6:18 p.m.

In a statement issued on Monday, July 20, the GCAA commended the flight crew for following established safety procedures.

The GCAA said the safety of passengers and crew remained its highest priority.

The Authority said the technical issue that prompted the aircraft’s return is being investigated by Brussels Airlines in line with established aviation safety procedures and under the oversight of the GCAA.

Following the incident, Brussels Airlines cancelled Flight SN278.

The GCAA said affected passengers are being assisted by airline officials in accordance with the Ghana Civil Aviation (Economic) Directives, 2019 (Part 2 – Consumer Protection).

The Authority also assured the travelling public that Ghana’s aviation safety and security oversight system remains robust.