In a landmark move to strengthen its air fleet and emergency response capabilities, Ghana has placed its inaugural order for multi-mission Airbus helicopters.
The Ministry of Defence, according to an Airbus press release dated January 15, 2026, has contracted Airbus Helicopters to deliver four advanced aircraft: two H175Ms, one ACH175, and one ACH160.
The two H175M helicopters are set to serve a range of vital functions, including transport, search and rescue, emergency medical services, and disaster relief. Meanwhile, the ACH175 and ACH160 models will primarily support transport operations, enhancing both the nation’s security and logistical infrastructure.
Airbus Helicopters’ Head of Africa and the Middle East, Arnaud Montalvo, welcomed the deal as a significant return to Ghana, emphasizing the company’s commitment to ongoing customer support and a strategic partnership. Montalvo highlighted that Ghana’s selection of the versatile H175M underscores the country’s growing defence and security ambitions, while its acquisition of the ACH160 and ACH175 cements Ghana’s reputation as a leading Airbus customer in West Africa.
The H175, in service since 2014, is part of the super-medium helicopter class, prized for its combination of long-range capability, high payload, and exceptionally smooth flight performance. Its versatility enables it to tackle a wide array of missions, from disaster relief and search-and-rescue to public service, military, and business aviation.
The ACH160, Airbus’ latest corporate helicopter, is hailed as the most technologically advanced in its class, boasting 68 patented technologies, a spacious and luminous cabin, and innovative design features that set a new standard for passenger comfort.
With this acquisition, Ghana is poised to greatly enhance its operational readiness across security, humanitarian, and transport domains, while forging deeper ties with Airbus Helicopters for long-term growth and cooperation.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
