Nurse Maria Fernanda Rojas Ortiz who died in Southend plane crash 'was on first day in job'
Maria Fernanda Rojas Ortiz, 31, was on board the private medical jet that went down in flames after shortly after take-off on Sunday.
Originally from Chile, Ms Ortiz was a German national, and is believed to have been on her first day on the job, according to reports.
A GoFundMe page has been set up to raise 7,500 euros for her family to help with the costs of repatriation and funeral services.
Organiser Julia Estaben wrote on the fundraising page: "The death of our beloved Feña, in a tragic accident is still under investigation by the authorities.
"In the midst of this difficult time, we want to organize ourselves to support her family. This process entails many unexpected expenses - transfers, paperwork, possible travel, and everything necessary to give her a proper send-off."
The medical transport plane bound for the Netherlands crashed at around 3.48pm.
According to a document that lists passengers, Ms Ortiz was on board along with two Dutch pilots, who also died.
It is believed the fourth passenger was another nurse.
The team had dropped off a patient in Southend and was due to return to its base in the Netherlands.
Zeusch Aviation, based at Lelystad Airport in the Netherlands, said in a statement on Monday: "It is with deep sadness that we confirm there were no survivors among the people on board flight SUZ1.
"Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with the victims, their families, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time."
"Zeusch Aviation continues to fully cooperate with the relevant investigative authorities and is providing all possible support to those affected.'Witnesses told of seeing a 'fireball', while images of fire and black smoke were shared on social media.
Lisa Fitzsimons of the Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) said it was "too early to speculate' on what may have caused the crash.
London Southend Airport remains closed on Tuesday.
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