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Council honors paramedic for in-flight lifesaving response on Southwest Airlines flight
Summary
The Honolulu City Council presented an honorary certificate to Mwangu Tu'tia Tu'ala (referred to as Kia in remarks), a paramedic credited with stabilizing a passenger during a medical emergency on a Southwest Airlines flight.
The Honolulu City Council presented an honorary certificate recognizing Mwangu Tu'tia Tu'ala (referred to as Kia in remarks) for stepping in to provide emergency medical care to a 75-year-old passenger during a Southwest Airlines flight.
Council remarks summarized the incident: a passenger suffered a medical emergency en route from Kansas City; flight crew called for medical assistance and Kia, identified as a highly trained paramedic, started an IV, administered medications, provided oxygen and monitored vital signs until landing. Speakers noted Kia stayed with the passenger through the remainder of the flight and described his action as a demonstration of first-responder professionalism.
Council members also highlighted Kia’s 24 years in health care, his work as a paramedic and fitness coach, and his community involvement with Polynesian populations and youth. The chamber read a resolution recognizing his lifesaving actions and service.
