Ailette Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Ailette Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		48 21.907 N,4 26.323 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 48.365117
  • Longitude: -4.438717
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AILETTE
Type fishing vessel
Flag FR
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1950
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Jun 26, 2001

Simplified Wreck Survey

The UK Hydrographic Office wreck record for the AILETTE, located at coordinates 48 21.907 N, 4 26.323 W off the coast of France near Brest, documents its historical survey details from 1950 to 1984. Initially reported with a general depth of 2 meters, the underwater obstruction underwent multiple navigational chart updates and positional verifications by French authorities and the British Admiralty before being officially amended to dead and deleted from standard charts.

Surveying Details

H1095/50 9.2.50 ST PA IN 482159N, 042613W. (PARIS NM 1 006 50). NE 3427 & NE 2690. 17.8.77 ST IN 482158N, 042614W. GEN DEPTH 2MTRS. (FRENCH WK RECORDS DTD 18.10.76). 12.9.77 NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 6426 [1977 EDN]. DELETE. BR STD. H1271/78 2.11.79 SHOWN AS DW IN 482158N, 042614W [EUR] ON FRENCH 6426 [1979 EDN]. BR STD. H1271/79 14.12.81 SHOWN AS ST ON FRENCH 6426 [1981 EDN]. BR STD. H3774/81 19.12.83 ST CONFIRMED. (FRENCH NM 83 32 16). SHOWN AS ST IN 482158N, 042614W [EUR]. NC 3427. H3774/81 6.6.84 DELETE. (BREST NM 84 04 30). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.

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FAQ

Where is the AILETTE wreck located?

The AILETTE wreck is located at coordinates 48 21.907 N,4 26.323 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AILETTE?

The seabed around the AILETTE lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the AILETTE discovered?

The wreck of the AILETTE was discovered in 1950.

What country did the AILETTE belong to?

The AILETTE belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the AILETTE?

The AILETTE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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