A global aircraft registration problem has temporarily grounded the Channel Islands Air Search plane.
A recent decision by the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to invalidate certain Aircraft Registration Certificates has led to hundreds of planes being grounded around the globe, including the Channel Islands Air Search aircraft.
The organisation, which normally provides a 24-hour volunteer air search and rescue service, has confirmed that its aircraft is "temporarily unavailable for operational tasking".
It is working to transfer the aircraft’s registration, but has no confirmed timescale yet because it depends on regulators and other providers.
Guernsey and Jersey Coastguards and other emergency services have been informed.
Channel Islands Air Search says it is working as quickly as possible to return the aircraft to service and thanks volunteers, emergency services, and the public for their support.
"We recognise the vital role Channel Islands Air Search plays within the community and want to reassure the public that we are working as quickly as possible within regulatory processes to return the aircraft to operational service.
"Further updates will be provided as soon as more information becomes available.
"We would like to thank our volunteers, emergency services colleagues, and the wider community for their continued support and understanding."
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