Now, more than 11 years later, a renewed underwater search is underway—rekindling hope that the aircraft may finally be located. Here’s a detailed look at what we know so far, the flight’s timeline, and the ongoing efforts to uncover the truth.
The Flight Timeline: Key Events
Scheduled Departure and Early Flight
Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 departed Kuala Lumpur at 12:42 a.m. local time on March 8, 2014. The plane climbed initially to 18,000 feet before reaching its cruising altitude. In these early moments, everything appeared routine, with no indications of distress.
