The search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 is set to resume on December 30, as announced by Malaysia’s transport ministry. This event marks over ten years since the Boeing 777 vanished during a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing, creating one of the most perplexing mysteries in aviation history.
Details of the Resumed Search for Flight MH370
Flight MH370 disappeared on March 8, 2014, carrying 227 passengers and 12 crew members. Despite multiple search efforts spanning different regions, no definitive trace of the aircraft has been found. The last search in the southern Indian Ocean was halted in April due to adverse weather conditions.
Ocean Infinity’s Commitment
Exploration firm Ocean Infinity will lead the renewed search for 55 days, as per the ministry’s statement. The operations will focus on areas deemed to have the highest likelihood of locating the aircraft. Specific details about the search area have not been disclosed.
- Search operation duration: 55 days
- Restoration of seabed operations by Ocean Infinity
- Search area size: 5,790 square miles
Under the agreement with Malaysian authorities, a payment of $70 million will be tendered to Ocean Infinity if substantial wreckage is discovered during this phase of the search.
Previous Investigations and Findings
Investigators have previously explored various theories surrounding the disappearance. A comprehensive 495-page report published in 2018 suggested that the aircraft’s controls might have been deliberately manipulated. However, the identity of the individual responsible remains undetermined.
In addition, more than 150 of the passengers aboard were Chinese, with others from Malaysia, France, Australia, and several other countries.
Ongoing Family Concerns
Relatives of the passengers continue to seek justice and compensation from Malaysia Airlines, Boeing, Rolls-Royce, and Allianz insurance. The emotional toll of this tragedy remains significant for families still searching for answers concerning their loved ones.
The ongoing efforts reflect the commitment to solve this enduring mystery. Each search brings hope to families still waiting for closure regarding the lost Flight MH370.
