The McDan Group of Companies, led by Dr. Daniel McKorley, Friday launched Ghana’s first private ultra-modern jet charter services at the Kotoka International Airport (KIA) in Accra. It is the first of its kind in the sub-region.
The take-off of the private jet charter business follows the acquisition of a Fixed-Base Operator (FBO) licence from the Ghana Airport Company Limited (GACL).
Industry players believe the opening of the lounge will solidify Ghana’s aviation industry as one of the best in West Africa, and position the country as the preferred business and investment destination in the region.
Addressing the colourful ceremony held at the Terminal One of KIA, Dr. Daniel McKorley, CEO and Executive Chairman of the McDan Group of Companies, said: “The goal behind this private jet lounge is to position the country’s aviation industry as amongst the best in the world.”
He added: “The lounge is not for McDan, rather it is for the business community and top-class executives, and this is one of the places we can be recognized amongst the leading countries when it comes to aviation.”
He also noted that the opening of the lounge was the beginning of greater things to come in the Ghanaian aviation industry, saying it would be used to drive Ghana’s vision for the industry and potentially boost the country’s tourism sector.
The company will kick start its commercial private jet services with three airplanes and one helicopter, while arrangements are in place for the acquisition of other aircrafts, including a Challenger 604 Bombardier, a Gulfstream jet, and helicopters, to offer air-ambulance medical, as well as domestic tourism.
Dr Mckorley pointed out that the private jet services will cater to high-end clientele with a sense of optimizing luxury, and for corporate executives seeking to leverage quick and efficient commute for the purpose of business.
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