The Ghana Air Force, in collaboration with OMNIPOL Group and DEFCON s.r.o. of the Czech Republic, has held a static display and aircraft viewing of the Aero L-39 Skyfox aircraft at the Air Force Base Accra on Wednesday, 17 December 2025. The demonstration formed part of ongoing defence and security cooperation between the Republic of Ghana and the Czech Republic and provided an opportunity to showcase the capabilities of the Aero L-39 Skyfox, a next-generation jet trainer and light attack aircraft.

In his address, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Vice Marshal Eric Agyen-Frempong, stated that in line with his vision of building an effective and efficient Ghana Air Force anchored on motivated personnel and a culture of excellence, the Service would continue to explore platforms that enhance operational readiness. He noted that the L-39 Skyfox, with its dual role in training and combat support, aligns with efforts to strengthen counter-terrorism, counter-insurgency, and air defence capabilities.

The Base Commander, Air Force Base Accra, Air Commodore Elvis King Arneson, highlighted that the L-39 Skyfox integrates advanced avionics and is a leading platform for fighter training with light combat capabilities. He added that its versatility in air policing, intelligence gathering, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions makes it suitable for both military and internal security operations.

Representing OMNIPOL Group, DEFCON s.r.o., and the Aero Group, Mr Petr Markvart expressed appreciation for the sustained partnership and collaboration with the Ghana Air Force. He indicated that the Group was proud to present the L-39 Skyfox, describing it as a versatile aircraft designed to meet the evolving needs of modern air forces, and shared insights into future innovations in aircraft technology.

In his closing remarks, the Commander, Flying Group, Air Force Base Accra, Group Captain David Nkansah, noted that the L-39 Skyfox’s low operating costs, high availability rates, and ease of maintenance make it particularly well suited to Ghana’s operational and fiscal realities.

Participants were given the opportunity to view the aircraft at close range, with guided tours offering detailed explanations of its features, capabilities, and operational history.

The event was attended by the Chief of the Defence Staff, Lieutenant General William Agyapong, the Service Chiefs, Representatives from the Czech Embassy, the Commandant of the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre, senior military officers, and pupils from the Air Force Basic School, among other guests.