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Underwater search is suspended after extensive seabed coverage
The large-scale underwater search is suspended after extensive seabed survey coverage fails to locate the aircraft. Officials state that the decision reflects completed search objectives within the defined priority area, while acknowledging that uncertainty remains about the aircraft’s final location. Authorities indicate that new searches may be considered if credible new information emerges. Read more
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Large-scale underwater search begins in the southern Indian Ocean
The large-scale underwater search begins, with vessels deploying sonar systems to map the seabed across priority areas. Search teams focus on systematically surveying defined zones, and updates describe the technical approach, the scale of the operation, and the environmental challenges. Authorities state that the underwater search is a long-term effort and that progress will be Read more
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Surface search concludes; planning concentrates on underwater search
Authorities conclude the intensive surface search and concentrate planning on underwater operations in the southern Indian Ocean. Officials describe the challenge of locating an aircraft in deep, remote waters and emphasize that underwater search methods and target areas are refined using available satellite and engineering analysis. Search coordination continues as assets transition toward longer-duration survey Read more
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Search shifts after reported pings are not confirmed
After several days of investigation, authorities state that previously reported underwater signals are not confirmed as originating from MH370’s flight recorders. Search planning adjusts, with continued underwater survey preparations and ongoing analysis of satellite and drift information guiding the next phases. Officials reiterate that the search remains data-driven and will adapt as new credible leads Read more
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Investigators report possible underwater signals during search
Search teams report that equipment detects signals consistent with underwater beacon transmissions in the southern Indian Ocean search area. Authorities stress that the signals are not confirmed as coming from MH370’s flight recorders and that multiple sources of sound exist in the ocean environment. Vessels reposition and refine search patterns in response. The operation continues Read more
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Satellite imagery shows objects in the southern Indian Ocean
Australian officials release satellite imagery showing objects floating in the southern Indian Ocean, and the images are treated as possible leads related to Malaysia Airlines Flight 370. Search coordination expands as aircraft and vessels are tasked to investigate the broader area. Authorities caution that the images do not confirm debris from MH370, but they are Read more
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Australia Agrees to Lead Search in the Southern Indian Ocean
Australia announces on March 17, 2014, that it will coordinate the search for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 in the southern Indian Ocean, focusing on the southern of the two possible flight corridors identified by investigators. Australian officials state that the decision follows analysis indicating the southern corridor is more consistent with available satellite data. Australia’s Read more
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Search Expands as Multiple Nations Join the Effort
As the search for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 continues into March 9, 2014, multiple countries join the effort, contributing aircraft, ships, and personnel. Malaysia confirms that Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, and China are participating in coordinated search operations. The search zone expands across wider sections of the South China Sea as authorities reassess available radar Read more
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Search and Rescue Operations Begin in the South China Sea
Following confirmation that Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 is missing, Malaysian authorities initiate search and rescue operations in the early hours of March 8, 2014. The Aeronautical Rescue Coordination Centre (ARCC) activates emergency procedures and deploys aircraft and maritime assets to the South China Sea near the aircraft’s last known position. The initial search area is Read more