Chinook Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Chinook Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		5 29 N,96 33 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 5.483333
  • Longitude: 96.550000
Water Depth 940 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHINOOK
Type yacht
Flag US
Length 25 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 19, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 12.6.73 FOUNDERED IN 052900N, 963300E. (LLOYDS VOL.212). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Dec 16, 2005

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1972, OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MR LEVIN. FOUNDERED IN THE MALACCA STRAITS AFTER STRIKING UNKNOWN SUBMERGED OBJECT. CREW OF 2 SAFE. (LLOYDS VOL.212).

General Comments

STEEL HULL

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FAQ

Where is the CHINOOK wreck located?

The CHINOOK wreck is located at coordinates 5 29 N,96 33 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CHINOOK?

The seabed around the CHINOOK lies at approximately 940 meters deep.

When did the CHINOOK sink?

The CHINOOK sank on May 19, 1973.

When was the wreck of the CHINOOK discovered?

The wreck of the CHINOOK was discovered in 1973.

What country did the CHINOOK belong to?

The CHINOOK belonged to US.

What type of wreck is the CHINOOK?

The CHINOOK is classified as a yacht.

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