Bermuda Police Service (BPS) have confirmed the identities of a mother and her 12‑year‑old son who were aboard a medical evacuation flight that vanished off the coast of Nantucket on Saturday. The two, both Bermudians, were en route from the island to Boston for urgent medical care when the aircraft disappeared during a routine flight.

An official BPS spokesperson said the investigation, which is coordinated with U.S. Coast Guard and the FAA, is still in progress. Initial findings indicate that the aircraft was a light twin‑engine plane used for medical transport, and that it had lost contact with air traffic control at approximately 14:30 UTC.

The family’s names were released by the BPS after a brief period of privacy. The mother, a registered nurse, was scheduled for a specialist appointment in Boston, while her son was suffering from a severe, rare airway condition. Both were believed to be in stable condition before the flight.

Bermuda’s aviation authorities are reviewing the incident in light of recent discussions on improving safety protocols for small aircraft operations. The BPS has urged the public to cooperate with investigators and has pledged to keep the families updated as new information emerges.

The incident has drawn attention to the risks associated with small‑plane medical evacuations and highlighted the critical role of Bermuda’s aviation services in ensuring rapid response for its residents.