U.S. Coast Guard identifies 4 Canadian crew, 2 Bermudian passengers of missing Canadian air ambulance | CBC News

Safety Board of Canada will be leading the investigation into the incident

The U.S. Coast Guard has named all six people, including four Canadians, who were aboard an Ontario-based air ambulance that went missing off the coast of Massachusetts on Saturday.

"During this incredibly difficult time, our heartfelt condolences go out to the families and friends impacted by this tragic incident," Rear Adm. Matthew Lake, Commander of the U.S. Coast Guard Northeast District, said in a statement.

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4 Canadians aboard missing Ontario-based air ambulance flying from Bermuda

"We are grateful to the crews and partner agencies who quickly responded to this incident, and we will continue to support our Canadian partners as they conduct their investigation."

The air ambulance was flying to Boston from Bermuda when it went missing on Saturday.

Air traffic control audio shows the pilot reported electrical problems and declared an emergency as the jet approached the coast.

"It is with profound sadness that we acknowledge the decision by the United States Coast Guard to conclude active search and rescue operations and transition to recovery efforts," Latitude Air Ambulance, the Hamilton-based company that operated the aircraft, said in a statement on Sunday.

4 Canadians aboard missing Ontario-based air ambulance flying from Bermuda

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