Transport Minister, Kwaku Ofori Asiamah, has assured Parliament of ongoing talks with Delta Airlines for the acquisition of new aircraft in Ghana, addressing concerns over the Accra-New York route. The Minister acknowledges discussions with Delta to enhance service quality following recent criticism.

Responding to MP Alhaji Mohammed-Mubarak Muntaka's urgent question regarding Delta's emergency landing in Praia Da Vitoria, the Minister outlines efforts to ensure Delta ceases using older aircraft in Ghana.

“The government is in discussion with three other airlines who have applied to service the Accra-New York route,” he said.Ofori-Asiamah notes that despite some aircraft being older, if approved by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), restricting them is challenging.

The Minister discloses ongoing government discussions with three other airlines seeking to operate the Accra-New York route.

He anticipates concluding these talks in the third quarter of 2024, addressing MPs' queries about a specific timeline.