Latest Updates
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Private search begins under a ‘no find, no fee’ arrangement
A private underwater search begins under a ‘no find, no fee’ arrangement, with a specialized survey vessel deploying autonomous underwater vehicles to scan targeted seabed areas. Authorities state that the search focuses on a new priority region informed by updated analysis. Search progress is expected to be reported periodically as survey coverage increases. Read more
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ATSB releases final report on the operational search for MH370
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau releases its final report on the operational search for MH370, documenting where the search is conducted, how it is conducted, and what is covered. The report summarizes the search effort and outlines an area considered relevant for any future underwater search. This site catalogs the report and its major conclusions Read more
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ATSB and CSIRO publish drift and satellite imagery analysis updates
Australian agencies publish updated analysis that uses ocean drift modelling and satellite imagery to refine thinking about where floating objects could originate in the weeks after MH370 disappears. The analysis is presented as an effort to better understand debris movement and to inform any future search targeting. Officials emphasize that the work contributes to narrowing Read more
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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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Wing component is found on Réunion and is treated as potential MH370 debris
A wing component is found on Réunion Island in the western Indian Ocean and is treated as potential debris from MH370. Authorities and investigators begin examination and verification, and the discovery intensifies focus on drift analysis and likely impact regions. Officials caution that confirmation requires technical assessment and chain-of-custody review. Read more
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One year since MH370 goes missing
Today marks one year since Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 goes missing with 239 people onboard. Families, communities, and officials hold remembrance events and renew calls for continued effort to locate the aircraft. The disappearance remains unresolved. This site continues to document verified developments and primary-source updates as they occur. Read more
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Malaysia declares the disappearance an accident and ends search-and-rescue phase
Malaysian authorities declare the disappearance of Flight MH370 an accident and state that the aircraft is presumed lost with no survivors. The announcement formally concludes the search-and-rescue phase, while investigative and search efforts continue under different operational terms. Officials stress that the goal remains to locate the aircraft and provide answers to families. 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