Flight MH370 search: Satellite now spots 300 floating objects

Thailand says satellite images show 300 floating objects, ranging from two to 15 metres, in the ocean.

17:31 27 March 2014

Thailand has said that its satellite has captured images showing about 300 objects floating over an area about 1,700 miles southwest of Perth. The items are said to be between two and 15 metres in size.

Japan has also reported the same saying that its satellite captured 10 objects, which are believed to be plane debris. The newest information related to the flight came as the search for the missing aircraft was scaled back due to bad weather condition.

Captain Mike MacSween, who is on attachment with the Royal Australian Air Force, said: "The conditions are definitely difficult.

"With the rain showers and reduced visibility, and the concentration required to try and pick up something visually made it difficult for the crew."

"The crew are still motivated and hopefully we are going to be able to find something soon."

Meanwhile, the Australian Maritime Safety Authority said: "Three objects were spotted on Wednesday by two aircraft but were not able to be relocated despite several passes.

"They were unrelated to the credible satellite imagery provided to AMSA."