Us Coast Guard Releases key Footage Of Submersible Titan Discovery

The US Coast Guard has released crucial footage from remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) of the sunken wreck of a submersible made of titanium. This footage provides conclusive evidence of the catastrophic implosion of the vessel during a commercial expedition to the Titanic wreck in June 2023. The release of this footage coincides with a hearing by the Marine Board of Investigation (MBI) on the tragic incident that claimed the lives of all five people on board.

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The footage captured on June 22, 2023, shows debris such as pieces of carbon fiber, the submersible’s rear dome, and hull remains on the seafloor. It was recorded during the frantic search for the submersible after it lost contact with its expedition support vessel. The footage will play a crucial role in supporting technical testimony at the MBI hearing currently taking place in North Charleston, South Carolina.

Rear Admiral Wayne Arguin expressed the primary goal of investigating the tragedy and developing recommendations to enhance the safety of submersibles worldwide. The investigation was delayed due to recovery missions in the remote North Atlantic and extensive forensic testing. The submersible, operated by OceanGate Expeditions, imploded during a commercial dive to the Titanic wreckage site, and was discovered approximately 96 hours after the initial descent. Testimony at the two-week hearing will come from a diverse group of individuals, including former OceanGate employees, mission specialists, and experts from various organizations.

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