After weeks of increasingly anxious waiting, officials have located the aircraft of Michael Martin, the pilot who went missing early January. The Nye County Director of Emergency Management, Scott Lewis, confirmed that crews found the damaged plane on Saturday near Mount Jefferson, a remote area roughly two hours north of Tonopah and 50 miles from the nearest town. This was reported by KTNV and corroborated by details from 8 News NOW.

While the discovery marks a significant development, Martin's status and location remain a mystery. With the crash site inaccessible by foot due to rugged terrain and high elevation, efforts are underway to mobilize helicopters for closer inspection. Departing from North Las Vegas Airport on what was described as a "routine flight," Martin, a seasoned engineer and pilot, has been missing since January 2. The only known occupant, his condition is still unknown, with search operations ongoing since January 5, leading to the suspended search later reported by law enforcement. They are working on getting helicopters to the inaccessible site by foot, described by Lewis, as per KTNV.

In the wake of prolonged search efforts, Martin's family turned to the public for assistance, urging volunteers to join the already intensive search for the 65-year-old. The family holds on to hope despite the weeks that have passed, with Martin's daughter Emily stating, "All the prayer warriors out there, we need your prayers," in an interview obtained by Hoodline. The family is facing the ordeal with great resolve, clinging to the possibility of Martin's safe return.

Community members are worried about pilot Michael Martin, known for volunteering with Angel Flights to transport patients. Martin, with no medical issues or criminal record, has gone missing, and search efforts have so far found few clues. Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the Nye County Sheriff’s Office or the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department to help solve the mystery of his disappearance.