A Bering Air Cessna 208B Grand Caravan plane, carrying nine passengers and one pilot, vanished from radar on February 6, 2025, over Norton Sound, Alaska.
The aircraft was en route from Unalakleet to Nome when it disappeared roughly 12 miles offshore.
Last Known Contact
According to flight data, the plane was last tracked at 3:16 p.m. AKST before its signal abruptly vanished. Search teams—including the U.S. Coast Guard, Alaska State Troopers, and Nome Volunteer Fire Department—have launched a coordinated effort to locate the missing aircraft.
Weather Conditions Impacting Search
The search is being hampered by challenging weather conditions. Reports indicate light snow, freezing drizzle, and gusty winds up to 35 mph near Nome. Visibility has been reduced to half a mile, making aerial searches difficult.
Who Was On Board?
Authorities have not yet released the identities of the passengers and pilot. Local hospitals have been placed on standby, preparing for any possible rescue or medical emergency. Family members of the missing individuals have gathered at Norton Sound Regional Hospital, anxiously awaiting updates.
The U.S. Coast Guard has deployed an HC-130 aircraft equipped with advanced search-and-rescue technology capable of detecting objects in poor visibility conditions. Ground searches are also underway, with teams from Nome and White Mountain assisting.
Bering Air’s Response
Bering Air, a regional airline serving over 30 communities, has been actively working with authorities to locate the missing plane in Alaska. David Olson, the airline’s Director of Operations, stated: “Our staff is doing everything possible to assist search and rescue teams in locating the aircraft.”
Ongoing Investigation
Officials are looking into multiple possibilities, including adverse weather, mechanical failure, or other flight issues. With freezing waters below, time is of the essence in the rescue operation.
What Happens Next?
Search efforts are expected to intensify as weather permits. Authorities are urging the public not to conduct independent searches due to dangerous conditions. The priority remains on locating the aircraft and ensuring the safety of any possible survivors.
We will update this article as new information becomes available.
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