Choctaw Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Choctaw Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		44 37 N,7 4 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 44.616667
  • Longitude: -7.066667
Water Depth 4700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHOCTAW
Type yacht
Flag GB
Length 24.4 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 10, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1279/80 21.9.81 CREW OF SUNKEN VESSEL RESCUED IN 443700N, 070400W APPROX. (LLOYDS 14.9.81). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL SANK WITHIN 10MINS OFSTRIKING A SUBMERGED OBJECT WHEN OFF CAPE FINISTERRE. SURVIVORS RECOVERED FROM LIFERAFT 16 HRS AFTER SINKING.

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FAQ

Where is the CHOCTAW wreck located?

The CHOCTAW wreck is located at coordinates 44 37 N,7 4 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CHOCTAW?

The seabed around the CHOCTAW lies at approximately 4700 meters deep.

When did the CHOCTAW sink?

The CHOCTAW sank on Sep 10, 1981.

When was the wreck of the CHOCTAW discovered?

The wreck of the CHOCTAW was discovered in 1981.

What country did the CHOCTAW belong to?

The CHOCTAW belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the CHOCTAW?

The CHOCTAW is classified as a yacht.

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