Reports spreading across military forums and social media suggest that Ampadu was still relatively new to active flying duties, having been commissioned into the Ghana Air Force only in November 2024.
These developments have triggered widespread worry about how pilots are selected for dangerous and high-profile missions.
The Ghana Armed Forces has not yet put out an official explanation, but multiple sources claim that Ampadu may have still been undergoing supervised field training when the ill-fated flight took place.
Despite his limited experience, Ampadu was seen as a rising star. He had graduated with distinction from the Ghana Military Academy and was regarded as one of the most disciplined young officers in his cohort.
Now, aviation experts are questioning why someone so early in his career was placed on a mission transporting important state officials—especially during what has been described as a day of difficult flying conditions.
A former Air Force commander, speaking discreetly, noted that the crash raises troubling questions about crew assignments and internal oversight.
“This isn’t about blaming the young pilot,” he said.
“It’s about making sure such missions are handled by the most experienced hands available. You don’t take chances with flights of this nature.”
Family members say Ampadu had a deep love for aviation and dreamed of serving his country at the highest level.
His tragic death, combined with these new allegations, has intensified public pressure on the Air Force and the Ministry of Defence to provide clarity and accountability.
Reactions from the public have varied widely. Many mourn the officer as a victim of systemic shortcomings, while others believe military leadership should answer for what they view as a preventable disaster.
As investigators continue piecing together what happened, the country is anxiously awaiting answers.
Should the reports about Ampadu’s limited flying hours prove accurate, the incident may push the Armed Forces toward major reforms in pilot deployment and high-risk mission procedures.