Behind every successful medical evacuation is a skilled and dedicated pilot. Today, ZFDS proudly celebrates our pilots who have earned their upgrade to Captain on the Cessna Caravan.

This milestone represents not only flying hours and technical excellence, but unwavering commitment to serving Zambia’s most remote communities.

The Captain’s seat carries immense responsibility leadership, sound judgement, and the safety of patients, medical crews, and aircraft. This achievement reflects discipline, resilience, and readiness to lead missions that bring critical healthcare to rural Zambia. Commanding the Caravan means carrying lives, hope, and trust on every flight.

As they take command, we are confident they will continue to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and dedication to life-saving missions as enshrined in our mission and mandate as ZFDS.

On behalf of the Chief Executive Officer and the entire ZFDS, We say Congratulations Captain Chanda Mumpangwe and Captain Siphosami Zulu we are extremely proud of you

May God bless you in this new step, we celebrate this achievement.