Aurora Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Aurora Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
58 15.92 N,0 21.44 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.265333
  • Longitude: -0.357333
Wreck Depth 84 m
Water Depth 101 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AURORA
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 23.2 m
Tonnage 4967
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 6, 1999
Original Detection Year 1999
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source merchant ship
Surveying Details HH260/400/04 11.1.99 HH260/400/04 11.1.99 SANK IN 5815.96N, 0021.34W [EUR]. (MRCC ABERDEEN, FAX DTD 6.1.99). INS AS NDW. BR STD. 30.11.99 30.11.99 AMEND TO WK 84MTRS. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Nov 30, 1999

Circumstances of loss

TOOK WATER AND LATER SANK. CREW OF 6 RECOVERED. VESSEL BUILT IN 1983 IN BUCKIE.

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FAQ

Where is the AURORA wreck located?

The AURORA wreck is located at coordinates 58 15.92 N,0 21.44 W.

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

The AURORA lies at a depth of about 84 meters and is located at coordinates 58 15.92 N,0 21.44 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AURORA?

The seabed around the AURORA lies at approximately 101 meters deep.

When did the AURORA sink?

The AURORA sank on Jan 6, 1999.

When was the wreck of the AURORA discovered?

The wreck of the AURORA was discovered in 1999.

What country did the AURORA belong to?

The AURORA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the AURORA?

The AURORA had a tonnage of 4967 tons.

What type of wreck is the AURORA?

The AURORA is classified as a fishing vessel.