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Hey everyone, I've been digging into the Alan Foster case and came across something intriguing about his final flight. Just curious if anyone else finds it odd that his radar blip disappeared so abruptly? He was flying under visual flight rules (VFR) and initially seemed to be navigating okay, right? What I'm wondering is about the weather conditions along his route that day. I know he contacted Juneau flight service soon after takeoff, potentially due to concerns about shifting conditions. I haven't found much info on how the weather developed, though. Could sudden changes in weather patterns have contributed to this tragic disappearance, possibly forcing him closer to dangerous terrain? I read that Alaska's weather can be quite unpredictable, but given Alan's extensive experience flying in those parts, it's curious what happened. If anyone has more info about the weather patterns along his typical routes or any similar incidents, please share. It seems like a crucial piece of the puzzle we might need to look more into.