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Pilot George Were was months from retirement before fatal Nandi crash

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The image of the late Col (Rtd) Captain George Were, the pilot who tragically lost his life in a helicopter crash at Chepkiep Village, Mosop Sub-County, Nandi County on February 28, 2026. Six people died on the spot in the crash, including Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Kipyegon Ngeno. 


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By  Kevin Cheruiyot

Correspondent

The family of pilot George Were, who was flying the helicopter that crashed in Nandi County, killing six people, including an MP, has said he was set to retire later this year.

Speaking at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on Sunday while receiving his body, family members said they were devastated by his sudden death.

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