The Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has confirmed that Brussels Airlines Flight SN278, has returned safely to Accra International Airport shortly after departure on Monday evening, following a technical fault.
In a statement released on July 20, 2026, GCAA explained that the aircraft which was operating from Accra to Lomé, experienced a technical fault during the flight hence prompting the crew to elect to return to Accra as a precautionary safety measure.
According to GCAA,the aircraft departed Accra at 18:06 but landed safely at 18:18 due to the technical fault.
GCAA commended the flight crew for adhering to established safety protocols and assured the public that the safety of passengers and crew remains the highest priority.
The Authority also noted that the technical issue is currently being investigated by the airline in accordance with established aviation safety procedures and under GCAA’s oversight.
Following the incident, Brussels Airlines also announced the cancellation of Flight SN278.
GCAA stated that affected passengers are being accorded the necessary attention by airline officials in accordance with the Ghana Civil Aviation (Economic) Directives, 2019, Part 2 – Consumer Protection.
The Authority assured the travelling public that Ghana’s aviation safety and security oversight system remains robust.
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