Sailboat Tracking Data Went Dark for 11 Hours the Night Missing American Vanished in the Bahamas

A maritime law expert states that the AIS blackout on Brian Hooker's sailboat for 11 hours the night his wife vanished in the Bahamas is highly unusual. This data anomaly raises serious questions about the circumstances surrounding the disappearance and the safety protocols of the vessel. The incident highlights potential vulnerabilities in maritime tracking systems that could impact search and rescue efforts.