Discovery Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Discovery Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 42 N,133 15 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.700000
  • Longitude: -133.250000
Water Depth 3500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DISCOVERY
Type fishing vessel
Flag CA
Length 29.6 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 8, 1991
Original Detection Year 1991
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH602/350/02 20.11.91 REPORTED SUNK IN 514200N, 1331500W. (LL 2.11.91). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2008

Circumstances of loss

2.11.91 SANK IN ROUGH SEAS BOUND FOR DUTCH HARBOUR ALL 5 CREW PICKED UP 250 MILES FROM SINKING POSN. (LL 2.11.91).

General Comments

CRABBER

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FAQ

Where is the DISCOVERY wreck located?

The DISCOVERY wreck is located at coordinates 51 42 N,133 15 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DISCOVERY?

The seabed around the DISCOVERY lies at approximately 3500 meters deep.

When did the DISCOVERY sink?

The DISCOVERY sank on Oct 8, 1991.

When was the wreck of the DISCOVERY discovered?

The wreck of the DISCOVERY was discovered in 1991.

What country did the DISCOVERY belong to?

The DISCOVERY belonged to CA.

What type of wreck is the DISCOVERY?

The DISCOVERY is classified as a fishing vessel.

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