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Robotics company launches what could be final search for MH370

A woman writes a message during an event held by relatives of the passengers and supporters to mark the 10th year since the Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 carrying 239 people disappeared from radar screens on March 8, 2014 — A woman writes a message during an event held by relatives of the passengers and supporters to mark the 10th year since the Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 carrying 239 people disappeared from radar screens on March 8, 2014 (AFP via Getty Images)

Ocean Infinity, a British marine robotics company, has launched a new search for the missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370.
The search is taking place in the Indian Ocean, about 1,200 miles off Perth, Australia, and is expected to be the final search mission.
The company's vessel, Armada 7806, is using autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) to scan the seabed in four potential crash sites.
The Malaysian government confirmed the search resumption, which is based on "credible" data including satellite signals and disrupted radio transmissions.
While the Malaysian government and Ocean Infinity are still finalising contract details, the company has initiated the search on its own, operating on a "no find, no fee" basis.

British team begins potential final search for missing MH370 Malaysia Airlines flight — In full