Medevac Flight Search Ends
U.S. Coast Guard ends active search as six are presumed dead in medevac flight crash.
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Latitude said its four crew members were carrying out their mission of caring for people at difficult moments when the crash occurred, and described them as valued members of the company’s team.
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The company asked that the families’ privacy be respected as they grieve, extending its condolences specifically to the patient’s family and the family escort’s loved ones.
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Latitude thanked not only the Coast Guard but also air traffic controllers, search-and-rescue crews, first responders and government agencies in Canada, the United States and Bermuda for their work during the search.
The U.S. Coast Guard has ended active search-and-rescue operations for Heartbeat 104, a medevac flight that went missing while traveling from Bermuda to Boston. Latitude Air Ambulance confirmed that all six people aboard the aircraft are now presumed dead, shifting focus to recovery efforts. The Canadian air medical transport company expressed deep condolences to the families and pledged full cooperation with investigators.
The flight carried four crew members dedicated to emergency medical transport and two patients. Latitude Air Ambulance declined to speculate about the cause of the crash, saying it will support its employees while U.S. and Canadian authorities determine what happened.
Crew Members' Final Mission
Latitude Air Ambulance described its four crew members as valued team members who were carrying out their life-saving mission during the flight. The crew was transporting patients in a time of critical need when the aircraft encountered trouble. The company emphasized the dedication these workers showed to emergency medical care.
Families Grieve as Privacy Is Sought
Latitude Air Ambulance extended specific condolences to the patient's family and the family escort's loved ones. The company requested that media and the public respect families' privacy during this grieving period. It acknowledged the profound loss experienced by everyone connected to those aboard Heartbeat 104.
Coordinated Search and Recovery Efforts
Latitude Air Ambulance thanked the U.S. Coast Guard for its search efforts and acknowledged the critical work of air traffic controllers, rescue crews, and first responders. The company also recognized support from government agencies in Canada, the United States, and Bermuda. These coordinated efforts reflect the scale of the international response to the missing aircraft.
Investigation Into Crash Cause Underway
Latitude Air Ambulance announced it will cooperate fully with investigators from both U.S. and Canadian authorities as they work to determine what caused the crash. The company refrained from offering any theories about the accident. Officials will examine flight data, aircraft condition, and other factors to understand what went wrong.
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