Fresh Search Set to Restart on 30 December
The search for Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 will resume on 30 December, more than ten years after the aircraft vanished with 239 passengers and crew on board. Malaysian authorities confirmed the decision and emphasized that the operation will continue for 55 days.
Weather Halted Earlier Attempt
The renewed effort originally began in March. However, the mission was suspended soon after due to severe weather conditions. Now, officials say the team is prepared to proceed once again.
Malaysia Reaffirms Its Commitment
According to local media reports, the transport ministry stated that this new development reflects Malaysia’s commitment to helping families who still await answers. The disappearance of MH370 remains one of aviation’s most painful mysteries.
Ocean Infinity Leads the Operation
Exploration company Ocean Infinity is conducting the search under a “no find, no fee” agreement. Transport Minister Loke Siew Fook previously explained that the company will be paid $70 million (£56m) only if it locates the aircraft.
Earlier Search Efforts
Several large-scale operations have taken place since 2014. A multinational mission involving 60 ships and 50 aircraft from 26 countries ended in 2017 without success. Ocean Infinity also attempted a search in 2018, but it concluded after three months with no discoveries.
MH370’s Disappearance
Flight MH370, a Boeing 777 traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing, lost contact with air traffic controllers less than an hour after take-off on 8 March 2014. Radar data later showed the aircraft had sharply deviated from its original route.
Families of the passengers have spent years seeking closure, and many have consistently urged authorities to restart the search.
Mystery and Speculation
The tragedy has fueled numerous conspiracy theories. Some claim the pilot deliberately brought the plane down, while others suggest a hijacking.
A 2018 investigation indicated that the aircraft’s controls were likely manipulated to force it off course. However, the report stopped short of identifying who was responsible or why it happened. Investigators stressed that only the discovery of the wreckage can provide definitive answers
