Amirante Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Amirante Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 28.118 N,2 26.879 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.468633
  • Longitude: -2.447983
Wreck Depth 30 m
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AMIRANTE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 9.8 m
Tonnage 6
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 15, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Last Detection Year 2003
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H4745/78 23.11.82 32FT CYGNUS CRAFT, 6.6TONS SUNK 502805N, 022648W [OGB]. POSN BY DECCA. (PORTLAND CG TLX 15.11.82). INS AS USC 30MTRS. BR STD. HH090/961/01 2.12.03 NOT EXAMINED. LIES IN AREA OF STATIC FISHING GEAR. (GARDLINE, HI 961). CONSIDERED DISPERSED DUE TO SMALL SIZE AND PASSAGE OF TIME. AMEND DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Dec 2, 2003

Circumstances of loss

18.11.82 3 CREW RESCUED BY LIFEBOAT AFTER SPRINGING A LEAK. (LL, 18.11.82).

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FAQ

Where is the AMIRANTE wreck located?

The AMIRANTE wreck is located at coordinates 50 28.118 N,2 26.879 W.

How deep is the AMIRANTE and where exactly is it located?

The AMIRANTE lies at a depth of about 30 meters and is located at coordinates 50 28.118 N,2 26.879 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AMIRANTE?

The seabed around the AMIRANTE lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When did the AMIRANTE sink?

The AMIRANTE sank on Nov 15, 1982.

When was the wreck of the AMIRANTE discovered?

The wreck of the AMIRANTE was discovered in 1982.

What country did the AMIRANTE belong to?

The AMIRANTE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the AMIRANTE?

The AMIRANTE had a tonnage of 6 tons.

What type of wreck is the AMIRANTE?

The AMIRANTE is classified as a fishing vessel.