A Chile nurse has been nominated as one of the four people killed in an aircraft Crashed But Southnd airport On Sunday afternoon.
Medical transport aircraft bound to the Netherlands crashed at around 3.48 am on Sunday.
According to a document, Chile – Maria Fernanda Rosas was on the ship with two Dutch pilots and another person, which lists passengers.
It is also understood that the aircraft left a patient in Southnd and was due to returning to its base in the Netherlands.
Witnesses spoke about watching a “fireball”, while the images of fire and black smoke were shared on social media.
Maria Fernanda Rosas Ortise
A 31 -year -old German citizen was born in Chile and allegedly Worked as a nurse In the public sector Before becoming a flight nurse,
The nurse’s friends told the BBC that she was a “kind soul” and she was not a single bad bone in her body “.
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She also said that “she was humble and chose a profession that was reflected.”
The Chile media has also shared a tribute written by his family after his death.
“It is with deep grief that we report about the tragic of our beloved, who died on today, Sunday, July 20, 2025, Plane crash In London, “Chiles read the statement shared by Site T13.
The message translated from Spanish said: “It is very difficult to accept the news of his death; he was a person who marked the death of those of us who knew him.”
He said, “Her charisma, love, humor and kindness, which portrays her as a person, will live in our memories and in our hearts forever,” he said.
A friend told The Mirror: “It was her first day on the job. She was a hospital nurse, but then worked with a private medical firm, she did not tell anyone, but it was the first day in the job.”
The friend said that he married just a year ago, and his wife could barely speak because he is very distraught.
On a Gofundme page installed to raise cash for Maria’s family, a friend wrote: “It is very sad that we confirm our beloved Fena’s death, in a tragic accident, which is still being investigated by the authorities. We know that the pain is shared by many people and who loves her in different stages of her life.
“In the middle of this difficult time, we want to organize to support her family. This process is everything required to say many unexpected expenses – transfer, paperwork, potential travel, and a proper goodbye.”
Two Dutch pilots and fourth person on board
Two Dutch pilots were also on the board with the fourth foreign national.
However, his names have not yet been officially released.
The Chief Superintendent, Morgan Cronin, who is overseeing the investigation, confirmed the death of all four people in the aircraft.
He said “We are working to confirm his identity officially. At this stage, we believe that all are four foreign nationals.
“Our views are with their families and colleagues in this sad time. I can promise them that those who have passed away will be treated with excessive care and dignity.”
Sir Kir Star paid tribute to the affected people in a message on X.
The Prime Minister wrote: “There is a terrible news that four people lost their lives in yesterday’s plane crash at Southend Airport. My views are with their families and loved ones.
“I also want to thank all emergency respondents who participated in the scene.”