McDan Aviation, operators of the Private Jet Terminal 1 at Kotoka International Airport, has refuted claims of owing $3 million to the Ghana Airport Company Limited (GACL).
The company expressed dismay over GACL’s decision to restrict access and shut down the terminal while financial discussions were still ongoing.
The terminal’s closure on December 30, marks the second shutdown since 2022, with GACL citing unpaid debts as the reason.
In a statement signed by Dr. Daniel McKorley, Chief Executive of the McDan Group, McDan Aviation acknowledged its financial obligations for operating the Fixed Base Operator (FBO) terminal but dismissed the alleged $3 million debt.
“We acknowledge our financial responsibilities concerning the use and operation of the Fixed Base Operator (FBO) at the terminal, for which we have previously made significant payments.
“Last week, we made an additional payment and planned to continue payments from January 2025.
“It is pertinent to note, however, that McDan Aviation does not owe GACL $3 million on the terminal as erroneously reported,” the statement clarified.
Ongoing legal dispute over land
McDan Aviation disclosed that the company is currently involved in a legal dispute over a parcel of land along the Spintex road acquired from GACL.
The dispute involves a third party, resulting in litigation and court proceedings.
“GACL is aware of this situation, and we have communicated that payments related to the matter will remain on hold until the court case is fully resolved,” the statement added.
The ongoing disagreement between McDan Aviation and GACL highlights the challenges of managing financial and operational relationships in Ghana’s aviation industry.
As discussions continue, the future of the private jet terminal remains uncertain.
