Military investigators found an engine problem caused the deadly helicopter crash that killed Kenya's top defense chief, General Francis Ogolla. The defense ministry released findings showing the Huey chopper had worked fine before, even carrying VIPs around safely. But something went terribly wrong during this flight!
Survivors told investigators the helicopter lost all power mid-air. The pilots desperately tried to land safely but couldn't keep control. Technical experts discovered the engine had a "compressor stall" - people nearby heard a loud bang from the engine area! Temperature gauges showed dangerous heat levels of 914°C. The helicopter started spinning left, lost engine speed, triggered alarms, and made strange noises before going down.
The crash happened on April 18, 2024, in Kaben, Marakwet East. Twelve people were on board, including high-ranking military officers. Eyewitnesses saw the helicopter burst into flames when it hit the ground. Just one person survived - reportedly a photographer. General Ogolla had recently taken command after General Kibochi retired at age 62.
Ogolla served as Vice Chief before his promotion. He studied at fancy military schools, including Paris Military School and Kenya's National Defence College. He earned impressive degrees from Egerton University and the University of Nairobi. He leaves behind his wife Aileenn, two children, and a grandson.
Survivors told investigators the helicopter lost all power mid-air. The pilots desperately tried to land safely but couldn't keep control. Technical experts discovered the engine had a "compressor stall" - people nearby heard a loud bang from the engine area! Temperature gauges showed dangerous heat levels of 914°C. The helicopter started spinning left, lost engine speed, triggered alarms, and made strange noises before going down.
The crash happened on April 18, 2024, in Kaben, Marakwet East. Twelve people were on board, including high-ranking military officers. Eyewitnesses saw the helicopter burst into flames when it hit the ground. Just one person survived - reportedly a photographer. General Ogolla had recently taken command after General Kibochi retired at age 62.
Ogolla served as Vice Chief before his promotion. He studied at fancy military schools, including Paris Military School and Kenya's National Defence College. He earned impressive degrees from Egerton University and the University of Nairobi. He leaves behind his wife Aileenn, two children, and a grandson.
