Cyrano Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Cyrano Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 24.298 N,0 38.377 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.404967
  • Longitude: 0.639617
Wreck Depth 55 m
Water Depth 59 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CYRANO
Type fishing vessel
Flag FR
Length 17.7 m
Sonar Length 21
Sonar Width 6
Shadow Height 4.4
Orientation 35
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 9, 1985
Bottom Texture Pebbles
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Jan 21, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the vessel CYRANO is located in the English Channel at coordinates 50 24.298 N, 0 38.377 E. Historical survey data indicates the wreck was previously identified at a depth of 55.4 meters, with dimensions measuring 21 meters in length and 6 meters in width. The wreck lies on a heading of 035/215 degrees with a structural height of 4.4 meters. While earlier surveys confirmed the site as intact with no magnetic anomaly, a 2013 multibeam sonar survey failed to locate the structure, suggesting the vessel has likely broken up or degraded over time. The site is currently classified as dead, indicating the obstruction is no longer considered a navigational hazard at the originally charted position.

Surveying Details

H2701/85 21.3.85 SANK IN APPROX 502400N, 003400W [OGB]. (SHOREHAM MRSC, SIG DTD 9.3.85). CHART AS USC PA 35MTRS. BR STD. H3898/82 16.6.86 WK USC PD 28MTRS IN 502400N, 003800W [EUR]. (BREST NM 86 19 24). NCA. HH090/952/01 10.11.03 EXAM'D IN 5024.298N, 0038.377W [WGD] USING DGPS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 55.4 IN GEN DEPTH 59-62MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 21MTRS, WIDTH 6MTRS. DCS3 HT 4.4MTRS. LIES 035/215 DEGS. NO MAGNETIC ANOMALY. INTACT. (GARDLINE, HI 952). AMEND WK 55MTRS IN REVISED POSN. BR STD. 21.1.14 NOT LOCATED 10.2013 USING M/B. (GARDLINE SURVEY, HI 1416). ASSUMED BROKEN UP. AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION IN FOG WITH MV 'ARGO PIONEER'. (LL).

General Comments

INTACT

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FAQ

Where is the CYRANO wreck located?

The CYRANO wreck is located at coordinates 50 24.298 N,0 38.377 E.

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

The CYRANO lies at a depth of about 55 meters and is located at coordinates 50 24.298 N,0 38.377 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CYRANO?

The seabed around the CYRANO lies at approximately 59 meters deep.

When did the CYRANO sink?

The CYRANO sank on Mar 9, 1985.

When was the wreck of the CYRANO discovered?

The wreck of the CYRANO was discovered in 1985.

What country did the CYRANO belong to?

The CYRANO belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the CYRANO?

The CYRANO is classified as a fishing vessel.

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