Ethiopian Airlines flight ETH8719 touched down at Prempeh I International Airport in Kumasi on Friday, December 6, 2024, after departing from London’s Gatwick Airport.This marked a significant milestone as the first international flight to land in Kumasi following the remodeling of the domestic airport.Spectators gathered near the landing site, capturing videos of the historic moment that took place shortly after 10 AM.

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Traditional rulers joined in the celebrations, adding drumming and cultural displays to the welcome ceremony for the arriving passengers.Initially set for Tuesday, December 3, the flight experienced a delay due to insufficient notice, as explained by the Ghana Airport Company Limited (GACL).A return flight has been scheduled to depart on Sunday, December 15.

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The partnership between Ethiopian Airlines and GACL has paved the way for this direct London-Kumasi route, which is expected to influence future passenger flight operations.This development spares travellers the inconvenience of landing in Accra and embarking on a 5-hour road journey or a domestic flight to reach Kumasi.

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