Malaysia's transport minister mentioned on Sunday that there may be a possibility of resuming the search for the missing Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370, as the 10th anniversary of its disappearance approaches.
Back in March 8, 2014, Flight MH370 disappeared while carrying 239 passengers from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing, turning into one of the most baffling mysteries in aviation history. Despite extensive efforts to locate the aircraft, very little has been discovered since then.
Days before the 10th anniversary, Malaysian Transport Minister Anthony Loke promised to do everything in his power to finally solve the mystery of the missing Boeing 777.
Loke acknowledged that while significant measures have been taken to prevent a similar tragedy from happening again, he also recognized that the work is not yet finished.
A person is seen checking a message board for passengers on the missing Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370. This took place during the fourth annual remembrance event in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on March 3, 2018. The photo was taken by REUTERS/Lai Seng Sin.
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Chinese court has begun hearing lawsuits against Malaysia Airlines regarding the missing flight MH370. Minister Loke mentioned that the US-based seabed exploration firm, Ocean Infinity, presented a promising new search proposal. However, the company's previous two attempts to locate the plane were unsuccessful.
The Ministry of Transport is prepared to welcome Ocean Infinity to Malaysia to discuss the no-find, no-fee proposal. Loke mentioned that they are waiting for Ocean Infinity to provide suitable dates and he is willing to meet them anytime they are ready to come to Malaysia.
He expressed his determination to secure Cabinet approval for a new contract with Ocean Infinity.
Loke expressed his optimism about the advancements in new research and technologies that have been implemented. He emphasized the importance of these developments in the ongoing search for the missing plane.
Despite years-long searches for the plane, only bits of debris have been found.
Despite years-long searches for the plane, only bits of debris have been found.
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The world has been captivated by the mystery of MH370 for almost ten years now. Despite the plane remaining unfound, various clues have been discovered in the surrounding seas.
Pieces of debris, either confirmed or suspected to be from the aircraft, have been found scattered along the African coast and on islands in the Indian Ocean. These include a wing flag in Tanzania, a wing fragment in Mauritius, and a flaperon in Reunion Island.
Loke emphasized that the tragedy served as a wake-up call for the aviation industry both locally and internationally.
He expressed that as the 10-year remembrance of the heartbreaking incident approaches, it serves as a painful reminder of the long journey of grief and strength that the families of the victims have gone through.
Ocean Infinity last attempted to find the missing plane in 2018, with Malaysia offering up to $70 million if the firm had found it.
Editor's P/S:
The disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 remains one of the most puzzling mysteries in aviation history. The prospect of resuming the search on the 10th anniversary of its disappearance brings both hope and a sense of urgency. The families of the victims deserve closure, and the world deserves to know what happened to that fateful flight.
While the previous search efforts have been unsuccessful, the advancements in technology and the willingness of companies like Ocean Infinity to undertake the challenge offer a glimmer of optimism. The Malaysian government's commitment to explore all possibilities is commendable, and it is hoped that this renewed search will finally unravel the truth behind MH370's disappearance.