Investigators have recovered the black box from the tragic Adansi-Brofoyedu helicopter crash that claimed eight lives, including two cabinet ministers. The device is expected to provide vital clues into the cause of the disaster.

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The search for answers into the devastating helicopter crash at Adansi-Brofoyedu in the Adansi-Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region has taken a major step forward with the recovery of the aircraft’s black box.

The crash, which claimed the lives of eight people — among them two cabinet ministers — plunged the nation into deep mourning. Investigators from the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) have been combing through the wreckage in search of evidence that could shed light on the tragedy.Yesterday, their efforts paid off when they retrieved the black box from the crash site. The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, confirmed the development during separate visits to the families of the late Samuel Sarpong and Samuel Aboagye in Kumasi and Obuasi.

The black box, officially known as a flight recorder, is a vital investigative tool in aviation. Despite its name, the device is usually bright orange to make it easier to locate. Built to withstand extreme heat, pressure, and impact, it stores crucial flight data and cockpit voice recordings that can help determine whether the crash was caused by mechanical failure, adverse weather, or human error.

Flight recorders have been in use since 1947, and their installation became mandatory in 1958 under regulations from the Civil Aeronautics Board. In passenger aircraft, these devices can transmit locating signals underwater for up to 90 days.

Experts believe that analyzing the recovered black box will provide critical insights, not only to understand what happened on that fateful flight but also to help prevent similar tragedies in the future.As the nation continues to grieve, the findings from the investigation will be awaited with keen interest.