Astronaut Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Astronaut Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 59.044 N,6 22.908 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.984067
  • Longitude: -6.381800
Wreck Depth 188 m
Water Depth 190 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ASTRONAUT
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 13.9 m
Width 4.9 m
Draught 2.1
Sonar Length 13
Sonar Width 5
Shadow Height 2
Orientation 140
Tonnage 21
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 9, 2002
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 2002
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Dec 9, 2011

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Astronaut is located off the west coast of Scotland near the Hebrides at coordinates 57 59.044 N, 6 22.908 W. This underwater obstruction was examined in 2011 and confirmed as an intact wreck resting in an area characterized by rock ridges. The vessel measures 13 meters in length, 5 meters in width, and stands 2 meters high on the seabed. Multibeam sonar data confirms a least depth of 188 meters within a general depth area of 190 meters. The wreck lies on a 140/320 degree orientation. This documented underwater wreck site provides essential navigation data for the region.

Surveying Details

HH272/760/04 11.2.02 HH272/760/04 11.2.02 SANK IN 5758.97N, 0622.94W [OGB]. (MRSC STORNOWAY, FAX DTD 9.2.02). INS AS NDW. BR STD. 9.12.11 9.12.11 EXAM'D 3.6.11 IN 5759.044N, 0622.908W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 188 IN GEN DEPTH 190MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 13MTRS, WIDTH 5MTRS, HT 2MTRS. LIES 140/320 DEGS. (NETSURVEY, HI 1332). INTACT, IN AREA OF ROCK RIDGES. AMEND WK 188 IN REVISED POSN. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1970 AT ST MONANCE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY R MACRAE, ISLE OF LEWIS. WOODEN HULL. OIL ENGINE OF 82KW. SINGLE SHAFT. TOOK WATER AND SANK. CREW RECOVERED.

General Comments

WOODEN HULL, INTACT

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FAQ

Where is the ASTRONAUT wreck located?

The ASTRONAUT wreck is located at coordinates 57 59.044 N,6 22.908 W.

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

The ASTRONAUT lies at a depth of about 188 meters and is located at coordinates 57 59.044 N,6 22.908 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ASTRONAUT?

The seabed around the ASTRONAUT lies at approximately 190 meters deep.

When did the ASTRONAUT sink?

The ASTRONAUT sank on Feb 9, 2002.

When was the wreck of the ASTRONAUT discovered?

The wreck of the ASTRONAUT was discovered in 2002.

What country did the ASTRONAUT belong to?

The ASTRONAUT belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ASTRONAUT?

The ASTRONAUT had a tonnage of 21 tons.

What type of wreck is the ASTRONAUT?

The ASTRONAUT is classified as a fishing vessel.

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