The non-governmental organisation African Medical and Research Foundation (AMREF) has finally revealed the details and identities of the crew members who died on board the plane that crashed at Mwihoko, Githurai 45, Ruiru Constituency, Kiambu county. The tragic incident happened on Thursday evening, August 7, leaving all who were on board dead and killing locals after the crash. The plane went down near Mwihoko Secondary School, directly opposite Ngatho AIPCA Church, with the casualties confirmed to include two doctors, two nurses, and residents. Days after the crash, the organisation shared clearer details about the Cessna Citation 560 ambulance aircraft victims while mourning them.
“In mourning. In memory. In peace,” read the caption. How long had Muthuka Munuve worked at AMREF Flying Doctors? Among the flying doctors who perished in the tragic accident alongside his colleagues was Captain Muthuka Munuve. He had served at AMREF Flying Doctors for six years and nine months until the time of his death. Muthuka Munuve was a captain for six years and nine months. He was both the captain and check pilot on the Cessna Citation XLS and the Pilatus PC‐12 owing to his vast experience. “He amassed over 10,000 flight hours. He led every mission with calm precision, unwavering commitment to safety, and the highest standard of airmanship,” the company shared. Where was Cessna Citation 560 ambulance aircraft before crashing? Another pilot on board the ill-fated plane en route to Hargeisa, Somalia, was Captain Brian Kimani Miaro. Unlike his colleague Muthuka, Kimani had been in the company for only three years and nine months. However, he was still an integral member, serving as an accomplished instructor captain on the Pilatus PC‐12.
Brian Kimani was serving as an accomplished instructor captain. He was also transitioning to become a check pilot like Muthuka, bringing 5,800 flight hours of expertise to every mission. “He flew with exceptional skill, unwavering professionalism, and steadfast dedication,” noted the organisation. Who is Charles Mugo Njoroge of AMREF Flying Doctors? The third team member on the plane was Charles Mugo Njoroge, who had served for an incredible seven years and eight months. Charles Mugo Njoroge was a devoted medical doctor at AMREF Flying Doctors. Photo: AMREF Flying Doctors. Source: Facebook The organisation remembered him as a devoted medical doctor who brought healing, hope, and expertise to his patients in their most critical moments. “His compassion and skill left an enduring impact on every life he touched,” the organisation wrote. Who is nurse Jane Rispah Aluoch Omusula? The last crew member who met her fate alongside her colleagues was Jane Rispah Aluoch Omusula. The young lady from Butere, Kakamega County, had been with the organisation for four years and eight months. Jane Rispah Aluoch Omusula was a flight nurse at AMREF Flying Doctors. “She was a highly skilled emergency flight nurse who provided lifesaving care with deep compassion, remarkable courage, and a steady presence in the most critical moments. Her dedication brought comfort and hope to countless patients,” the company’s post read.
By John Green
