Chopper crash Stories

Helicopter of Iran's late president Raisi crashed due to weather, final report says
Reuters  |  Sep 01, 2024

A preliminary report by Iran's military said in May that no evidence of foul play or an attack had been found during the investigation.

No sign of foul play in Iran president's deadly helicopter crash, early report says
Reuters  |  May 24, 2024

More details would be released as the investigation advanced, the report said.

Iran Chief of Staff recounts last moments before Raisi's helicopter crashed
Mary Wambui  |  May 22, 2024

The President's helicopter crashed against a mountaintop in the Varzaqan region on May 19.

10 killed as two Malaysian navy helicopters collide mid-air
AFP  |  Apr 23, 2024

One of the choppers was seen clipping the rear rotor of another helicopter, causing both to go into a tailspin and crash.

Francis Ogolla memorial service: General revered for his humility, simplicity even in death
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 20, 2024

The general will be buried on Sunday at his home in Siaya County.

Ruto: Why I picked Ogolla for CDF job despite name missing on list
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 20, 2024

After reflecting on what had transpired at the meeting, the president said he made up his mind that General Ogolla deserved to be the Chief of Defence...

Brigadier Swaleh Nzaro laid to rest in Kilifi, accorded 13-gun salute
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 19, 2024

His body was transported to Mombasa early on Friday to undergo Muslim burial rites, alongside traditional KDF customs.

Ruto, Gachagua visit family of late CDF General Francis Ogolla
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 19, 2024

A military honours ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, April 20, 2024, at the Ulinzi Sports Complex in Lang'ata, including a church service, military...

Ex-CJ Willy Mutunga joins calls for public inquiry into military helicopter crash
Barack Oduor  |  Apr 19, 2024

Mutunga said that an Inquiry that is seen as a cover-up is unacceptable.

CDF Ogolla to be accorded 19-gun salute and other military honours
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 19, 2024

General Ogolla wished to be buried 72 hours after his death, according to his family.

Opposition demands public inquiry into plane crash that claimed CDF Ogolla's life
Barack Oduor  |  Apr 19, 2024

The leaders said there are several pertinent issues about the unfortunate accident that must be investigated exhaustively.

CDF Francis Ogolla’s family honours his wish after death
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 19, 2024

General Ogolla died in a helicopter crash in the Sindar area of Elgeyo Marakwet on Thursday afternoon.

Previous aircraft crashes involving prominent Kenyan figures
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Apr 19, 2024

In 2006, another tragic crash claimed the lives of six Members of Parliament who were on a mission to mediate between warring communities. Deputy Lead...

Francis Ogolla: Four-star General who rose through ranks to head military
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Apr 18, 2024

As Kenya mourns the loss of a visionary leader and esteemed military officer, Ogolla's legacy of service, integrity, and commitment to excellence will...

President Ruto, other leaders mourn CDF Francis Ogolla
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 18, 2024

The Head of State eulogized Ogolla as a distinguished four-star general who has fallen in the course of duty, and service to the country.

Chief of Defense Forces Francis Ogolla, nine others killed in chopper crash
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 18, 2024

The head of state announced a national three-day mourning period commencing April 19, 2024. During this period, flags will fly at half-mast.

Chopper which crashed while carrying CS Murkomen involved in two past similar incidents
Mary Wambui  |  Mar 09, 2024

With every incident, the privately owned aircraft underwent repairs and necessary servicing before it was allowed back in the air.

Three killed after military chopper crashes into house in Uganda
Paul Aginnah  |  Jan 04, 2024

The chopper was carrying two crew members who were returning from the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo back to Uganda.

TSC mourns Garissa teacher killed in chopper accident
Dennis Tarus  |  Nov 22, 2023

TSC CEO Nancy Macharia said Ahmed will be remembered for his distinguished world-class teaching and school management services during his six-year emp...

Garissa teacher killed by helicopter propeller while dispatching KCSE exam papers
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 21, 2023

The invigilator is said to had just picked the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exam papers when the incident occurred.

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