Pratt’s stance follows recent remarks by Defence Minister Dr Edward Omane Boamah, who said the current presidential aircraft, The Falcon, remains grounded in France due to severe corrosion and technical issues.
Reacting to the development during a discussion on Peace FM, Pratt argued that restoring the existing jet is a more prudent option than committing state funds to buy a new one.
He stated that while the aircraft may be faulty, it is far from beyond repair.
“The current jet is repairable, which is why it is in Paris. It can be restored to flying condition,” he stated, rejecting the idea that a new jet was the only viable solution.
He warned the government against taking any steps toward purchasing a new aircraft, adding that such a move would face strong public resistance.
According to Pratt, the priority should be responsible spending and safeguarding public resources.
“We will not agree to it. With all that the country has passed through, they want to spend money to purchase a new jet? It will not happen,” he said emphatically.
Pratt added that if a foreign nation offers a new jet as a gift, that could be considered, but he stressed that taxpayers should not bear the cost.