Cheincha Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Cheincha Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 23.972 N,2 23.103 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.399533
  • Longitude: -2.385050
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHEINCHA
Type fishing vessel
Flag DK
Length 16.8 m
Tonnage 20
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 29, 1987
Original Detection Year 1987
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Surveying Details H3957/81 23.6.87 AGROUND ON SEAL SKERRY IN 592400N, 022300W. (PENTLAND MRSC, TLX DTD 29.4.87). REMAINS IN STRANDED POSN. (PENTLAND MRSC TELECON). WILL SOON BREAK UP. NCA. H3957/81 2.3.88 BROKE UP COMPLETELY WITHIN 2 WEEKS OF GROUNDING. (LL, 14.1.88). NCA, AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Oct 27, 2000

Circumstances of loss

12.5.87 GROUNDED AT HIGH WATER ON SEAL SKERRY, NORTH RONALDSAY. CREW OF 4 RECOVERED. (LL, 12.5.87).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 59 23.972 N,2 23.103 W
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FAQ

Where is the CHEINCHA wreck located?

The CHEINCHA wreck is located at coordinates 59 23.972 N,2 23.103 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CHEINCHA?

The seabed around the CHEINCHA lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the CHEINCHA sink?

The CHEINCHA sank on Apr 29, 1987.

When was the wreck of the CHEINCHA discovered?

The wreck of the CHEINCHA was discovered in 1987.

What country did the CHEINCHA belong to?

The CHEINCHA belonged to DK.

What was the tonnage of the CHEINCHA?

The CHEINCHA had a tonnage of 20 tons.

What type of wreck is the CHEINCHA?

The CHEINCHA is classified as a fishing vessel.

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