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Latitude Air Ambulance Gulfstream G100 Crashes Off Nantucket
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Incident Overview
A Latitude Air Ambulance Gulfstream G100 vanished from Federal Aviation Administration radar while en route to Boston for medical transport. The aircraft, a Canadian-registered medical flight, reported electrical problems before disappearing off the coast of Nantucket on a Saturday. The Coast Guard halted the search on Sunday evening after debris was located, and a civilian vessel reported additional wreckage on Monday.
Crew and Passengers
The flight carried four crew members and two passengers. Passengers included Marilyn Lavonne Bean, 66, and her son Sergio Wayne Lottimore, 41, who were traveling for medical care, though it was unclear which of them required treatment. The crew comprised pilot Philip G. Childerhose, first officer Thomas H. Farquhar, flight nurse Sarah J. Paton, and respiratory therapist Jolene B. Weir. A woman from Bermuda and her son also accompanied the flight.
Search Findings
Search teams recovered debris roughly 20 miles off Nantucket, confirming the aircraft’s breakup. No bodies were recovered at the time of the report. The Coast Guard’s suspension of the search reflected the limited likelihood of locating survivors after the debris field was identified.
Official Response
Peter Byl, president of Latitude Air Ambulance of Hamilton, Ontario, issued statements honoring the crew’s dedication and character, describing the pilot as “a person of great integrity” and the first officer as “a gentle giant.” He highlighted the crew’s commitment to assisting vulnerable patients. Canada’s Transportation Safety Board was named as the lead investigative authority.
Investigation and Next Steps
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada has assumed responsibility for the investigation, focusing on the reported electrical failure and its role in the crash. Ongoing analysis will determine causal factors and recommend safety measures for medical transport aviation.