Anomaly makes scientists believe they found MH370 at a depth of 6,000m
An Australian scientist, Dr. Vincent Lyne, has presented a compelling theory suggesting that Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 may have been deliberately crashed into a deep, remote trench in the Indian Ocean, potentially solving one of aviation’s greatest mysteries.
The 6,000-Meter Anomaly in Broken Ridge
Dr. Lyne, formerly affiliated with the University of Tasmania’s Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies, identified a significant anomaly—a single bright pixel—on global bathymetric maps at approximately 33.02°S latitude and 100.27°E longitude. This anomaly corresponds to a 6,000-meter-deep crater located at the eastern end of the Broken Ridge, a rugged underwater plateau in the southern Indian Ocean . He posits that this crater could be the final resting place of MH370.
Evidence Supporting a Controlled Ditching
Dr. Lyne’s hypothesis challenges the prevailing theory that MH370 exhausted its fuel and crashed uncontrollably. Instead, he suggests the aircraft underwent a controlled ditching, akin to Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger’s Hudson River landing in 2009. This assertion is based on analyses of recovered debris, including damage patterns on the wings, flaps, and flaperon, which indicate a deliberate water landing rather than a high-speed dive .
The Pilot’s Potential Involvement
Dr. Lyne further theorizes that Captain Zaharie Ahmad Shah may have intentionally directed the aircraft to this specific location. He notes that the crater aligns with the longitude of Penang Airport—the captain’s hometown—and intersects with a flight path found on the captain’s home flight simulator, which had been previously dismissed by investigators as irrelevant .
Calls for Renewed Search Efforts
In light of these findings, Dr. Lyne advocates for a renewed search in this specific area, describing it as a “perfect hiding place” due to its depth, rugged terrain, and sediment-filled environment . He asserts that previous search efforts may have failed because they did not focus on this precise location. The Malaysian government has responded by planning new search operations, with marine exploration firm Ocean Infinity set to conduct the search under a “no find, no fee” agreement .
While Dr. Lyne’s theory provides a fresh perspective and a specific location for investigation, it remains to be validated through empirical evidence. The upcoming search efforts may offer critical insights into the fate of MH370 and potentially bring closure to the families affected by this tragedy