Ghana’s Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) says flights will operate as scheduled despite a planned nationwide strike by air traffic safety electronics staff set to begin on Thursday.

In a statement, the GCAA said it had activated “comprehensive contingency measures” to ensure uninterrupted air traffic services across the Accra Flight Information Region (FIR).

“The Ghana Civil Aviation Authority wishes to assure all airline operators, aviation stakeholders, and the travelling public that comprehensive contingency measures have been activated to ensure the continued safe, reliable, and secure provision of air traffic services,” the statement said.

According to the authority, a contingency plan has been implemented to maintain operations and prevent disruptions to both domestic and international flights. The plan includes alternative operational procedures, designated response teams, and coordination mechanisms to uphold safety and service standards.

The regulator urged calm among passengers and airlines, saying it remained committed to “maintaining the highest standards of air navigation service delivery” while also valuing staff welfare.

The measures come as members of the Ghana Air Traffic Safety Electronics Association (GhATSEA) prepare to begin an indefinite strike on 30 October. The union says the action follows years of unresolved grievances over pay, job placements and working conditions.

In a statement, GhATSEA President Engr David Annan Mensah said the group’s patience had “completely run out” after more than a decade of failed negotiations and unfulfilled promises.

The association accused GCAA’s Director of Human Resources, Ebenezer Sagoe, of mismanagement and called for his removal. It also criticised Acting Director-General Rev Stephen Arthur and Acting Deputy Director-General (Technical) Theophilus Ago, accusing them of showing little concern for staff welfare.

The dispute highlights ongoing tensions within Ghana’s aviation sector, where workers have repeatedly raised concerns about poor conditions and management practices.

Despite the looming strike, the GCAA insists it has “robust systems” in place to ensure that flights within Ghana’s airspace remain safe and on schedule.

Source:TheDotNews