Aviemore Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Aviemore Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 11 N,13 38 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.183333
  • Longitude: -13.633333
Water Depth 4000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AVIEMORE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 109.7 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 4060
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 16, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck AVIEMORE is located at coordinates 49 11 N, 13 38 W, situated in the deep waters of the North Atlantic Ocean, approximately 250 miles west of Ushant, France. Historically recorded as a vessel lost during World War II, the site was officially documented following cross-references with Axis submarine successes. While early reports of the sinking position varied, the coordinates 49 11 N, 13 38 W are the recognized location for this underwater obstruction. Due to the nature of wartime sinkings in deep maritime environments, such wrecks are typically categorized as submerged steel structures. The site remains a significant point of interest for historical maritime records and underwater survey data.

Surveying Details

H034/39 16.9.39 H034/39 16.9.39 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 491400N, 140500W. NO ACTION. 12.12.77 12.12.77 POSN GIVEN AS APPROX 250 MILES W OF USHANT. (DODS). 7.7.87 7.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 491100N, 133800W. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1920 BY IRVINES SB & DD CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY JOHNSTONE WARREN LINES. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 370NHP. TORPEDOED BY U-31. 23 MEN LOST. (DODS & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the AVIEMORE wreck located?

The AVIEMORE wreck is located at coordinates 49 11 N,13 38 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AVIEMORE?

The seabed around the AVIEMORE lies at approximately 4000 meters deep.

When did the AVIEMORE sink?

The AVIEMORE sank on Sep 16, 1939.

When was the wreck of the AVIEMORE discovered?

The wreck of the AVIEMORE was discovered in 1939.

What country did the AVIEMORE belong to?

The AVIEMORE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the AVIEMORE?

The AVIEMORE had a tonnage of 4060 tons.

What type of wreck is the AVIEMORE?

The AVIEMORE is classified as a steam ship.

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