Alftanes Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Alftanes Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		63 40 N,22 20 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 63.666667
  • Longitude: -22.333333
Water Depth 175 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name ALFTANES
Type trawler
Flag IS
Tonnage 75
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 12, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 15.4.76 VESSEL SANK OFF HOPSNES. (LLOYDS VOL.224). NCA, POSN 634000N, 222000W FOR FILING ONLY. 4.9.06 NOT SHOWN ON ICELANDIC 36 [INT 1112] [JUN '03 EDN, LARGEST SCALE ADOPTION, 1:100,000]. AMENDED TO NOT CHARTED BY PRIMARY AUTHORITY. BA 2743 [APR '05 EDN].
Last Amended Date Jan 19, 2017

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, CAPSIZED AND SANK OFF HOPSNES, SW ICELAND, WITH LOSS OF 2 OF 6 CREW. (LLOYDS VOL.224).

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FAQ

Where is the ALFTANES wreck located?

The ALFTANES wreck is located at coordinates 63 40 N,22 20 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ALFTANES?

The seabed around the ALFTANES lies at approximately 175 meters deep.

When did the ALFTANES sink?

The ALFTANES sank on Apr 12, 1976.

When was the wreck of the ALFTANES discovered?

The wreck of the ALFTANES was discovered in 1976.

What country did the ALFTANES belong to?

The ALFTANES belonged to IS.

What was the tonnage of the ALFTANES?

The ALFTANES had a tonnage of 75 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALFTANES?

The ALFTANES is classified as a trawler.

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