Aurora Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Aurora Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 35.018 N,0 8.566 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.583633
  • Longitude: 0.142767
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AURORA
Type sailing vessel
Flag SE
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 28, 1808
Original Detection Year 1994
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source diver
Surveying Details HH100/351/15 3.4.00 LOCATED IN 5335.00N, 0008.670W [OGB]. STANDS 2MTRS HIGH BY E/S. SLIGHT MAGNETIC ANOMALY. (K SMITH). INS AS FOUL. BR STD. SEP 2011/000192813 7.10.11 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1358). DELETE. BR STD. SEP 2021/000067871 1.4.21 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2020). (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI 1683). NFA.
Last Amended Date Oct 7, 2011

Circumstances of loss

28.3.1808 LOST IN A STORM ON 28.3.1808. UNDER THE COMMAND OF CAPTAIN YOUNG.

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FAQ

Where is the AURORA wreck located?

The AURORA wreck is located at coordinates 53 35.018 N,0 8.566 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AURORA?

The seabed around the AURORA lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the AURORA sink?

The AURORA sank on Mar 28, 1808.

When was the wreck of the AURORA discovered?

The wreck of the AURORA was discovered in 1994.

What country did the AURORA belong to?

The AURORA belonged to SE.

What type of wreck is the AURORA?

The AURORA is classified as a sailing vessel.