Six people aboard a medical evacuation flight traveling from Bermuda to Boston have tragically gone missing off the U.S. East Coast. The Ontario-based company operating the aircraft, Hamilton-based Latitude Air Ambulance, has confirmed that the search-and-rescue efforts have been halted, and the passengers are now presumed dead.
The missing aircraft, Heartbeat 104 Medevac, disappeared early Saturday morning, prompting an extensive search in the waters off Nantucket, Mass. The United States Coast Guard has now shifted its focus to recovery operations.
Among the six individuals on board the Gulfstream G100 were four Latitude crew members, a patient, and a family escort. Air traffic audio recordings suggest that the plane may have encountered electrical issues and declared an emergency while approaching the coast.
Latitude Air Ambulance expressed deep sorrow over the loss of their crew members who were dedicated to providing care during challenging circumstances. The company is extending its full support to the families of those on board and is actively cooperating with investigative authorities to determine the cause of the incident.
This heartbreaking event serves as a reminder of the risks involved in emergency medical transport missions and the dedication of those who serve in such roles.
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