GaDangme Coalition Calls for Fairness in McDan–GACL Dispute
The Coalition of GaDangme Pressure Groups has called on authorities to ensure transparency and fairness in the ongoing dispute between McDan Aviation and Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL).
At a press conference, the coalition said the termination of McDan Aviation’s licence at the private jet terminal of Kotoka International Airport raises broader questions about the protection of indigenous businesses, warning that the controversy could undermine investor confidence in Ghana if not handled properly. According to the group, the dispute goes beyond a simple contractual disagreement and touches on national concerns regarding fairness, transparency, and the treatment of local investors.
The coalition explained that the private aviation facility was developed after flight operations were relocated to Terminal 3 at Kotoka International Airport. The relocation left the previous terminal underutilised, creating an opportunity for private investment to transform the space into a specialised aviation facility.
According to the group, McDan Aviation invested millions of dollars to convert the facility into Ghana’s first private Fixed Base Operator (FBO) terminal. The project was designed to support business aviation services such as private jet handling, aircraft parking, passenger services, and logistics for corporate and executive travel.
The coalition said the development helped position Ghana as a potential regional hub for business aviation while also creating employment and contributing to economic growth.
The group also noted that information available to the public suggests that McDan Aviation largely met its financial obligations under the licence agreement with GACL for several years.
However, it expressed concern about recent developments at the facility, particularly reports that equipment belonging to the company was removed from the premises shortly after a court injunction had reportedly been served on the airport authority.
The coalition said such developments have raised questions about whether due process is being followed in the handling of the dispute.
While acknowledging that the courts will ultimately determine the legal merits of the case, the group emphasised the need for authorities to handle the matter carefully.
It warned that if Ghanaian investors begin to feel vulnerable or unprotected in their own country, it could negatively affect investment and national development, urging stakeholders to prioritise fairness, transparency, and respect for the rule of law.
