Alcione C (Probably) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Alcione c (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
43 2.892 N,9 24.93 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 43.048200
- Longitude: 9.415500
|
| Wreck Depth |
50 m
|
| Water Depth |
65 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Low Water |
| Name |
ALCIONE C (PROBABLY) |
|
Type
|
tanker
|
| Flag |
IT |
| Length |
52.4 m |
| Width |
9.4 m |
| Draught |
3.4 |
| Tonnage |
521 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Apr 14, 1943
|
| Original Detection Year |
1943 |
| Last Detection Year |
2018 |
| Original Source |
other |
| Last Amended Date |
Nov 23, 2018 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck known as Alcione C is located in the Mediterranean Sea near the coast of Corsica, France, specifically 2 miles north or east of Marina Pruneto, with official survey coordinates of 43 2.892 N, 9 24.93 E. Originally sunk around September 19, 1972, the wreck was historically documented by Italian merchant shipping records and subsequently tracked by hydrographic offices. Over the decades, the underwater obstruction has appeared on various international nautical charts, including British Admiralty, French, and Italian charts. Survey updates from the UK Hydrographic Office note its approximate and revised positions, classifying the site as a non-dangerous wreck and an underwater navigational hazard in the region.
Surveying Details
19.9.72 SUNK 2M N OF CORSICA IN 430300N, 092500E, APPROX. (DODS). SANK 2M E OF MARINA PRUNETO IN CORSICA. (NAVI MERCANTILI PERDUTE). 9.12.80 CHART AS NDW PA IN 430300N, 092500E. NE 1131. 14.8.89 SHOWN ON FRENCH 7025 [1986 EDN, 1:250,000]. CHART IN 430254N, 092500E ON 1131. 20.11.91 SHOWN ON ITALIAN 913 [1990 EDN]. NCA. 27.9.01 NOW SHOWN AS NDW ON BA 1999 [2ND EDN]. CB DECISION. HH355/470/04 9.6.04 INS ON 1974 & 1998. - NM 2662/04. SEP 2009/000003598 22.1.09 SHOWN AS WK USC 50MTRS PD IN 4302.941N, 0924.938E [WGD] ON FRENCH 6822 [2ND EDN' 08]. AMEND IN REVISED POSN. BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
VESSEL, BUILT 1915 BY W GRAY & CO.. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CISTERNE ITALIANE SOLIANI & SALTAMERENDA. SHELLED AND SUNK BY ALLIED SUBMARINE. (DODS).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
43 2.892 N,9 24.93 E
Alcione C (Probably) on Wreck Map
Alcione C (Probably) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the ALCIONE C (PROBABLY) wreck located?
The ALCIONE C (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 43 2.892 N,9 24.93 E.
How deep is the ALCIONE C (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?
The ALCIONE C (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 50 meters and is located at coordinates 43 2.892 N,9 24.93 E.
How deep is the seabed around the ALCIONE C (PROBABLY)?
The seabed around the ALCIONE C (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 65 meters deep.
When did the ALCIONE C (PROBABLY) sink?
The ALCIONE C (PROBABLY) sank on Apr 14, 1943.
When was the wreck of the ALCIONE C (PROBABLY) discovered?
The wreck of the ALCIONE C (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1943.
What country did the ALCIONE C (PROBABLY) belong to?
The ALCIONE C (PROBABLY) belonged to IT.
What was the tonnage of the ALCIONE C (PROBABLY)?
The ALCIONE C (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 521 tons.
What type of wreck is the ALCIONE C (PROBABLY)?
The ALCIONE C (PROBABLY) is classified as a tanker.