Distarfell Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Distarfell Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
62 47 N,13 29 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 62.783333
- Longitude: -13.483333
|
| Water Depth |
1005 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Mean Low Water Springs |
| Name |
DISTARFELL |
|
Type
|
carrier
|
| Flag |
AG |
| Length |
126.8 m |
| Width |
20.1 m |
| Draught |
6.7 |
| Tonnage |
5967 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
general and mixed goods,fish
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Mar 9, 1997
|
| Original Detection Year |
1997 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Nov 5, 2014 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck Distarfell is located at coordinates 62 47 N, 13 29 W in the deep waters of the North Atlantic Ocean, approximately halfway between Iceland and the Faroe Islands. Following a distress signal sent on March 14, 1997, the vessel was reported sunk in this vicinity. Hydrographic survey data places the wreck at a significant depth of 1005 meters. While the exact structural condition of the Distarfell at this depth remains unverified, deep-sea wrecks in this region are often subject to extreme pressure and current erosion. This site remains listed in maritime records for navigational and historical filing purposes, marking the final resting place of the vessel within these remote North Atlantic coordinates.
Surveying Details
HH260/500/02 14.3.97 MAYDAY CALL SENT FROM 624700N, 132900W. BELIEVED SUNK IN VICINITY. (LLOYDS VOL.307). PLOTS IN 1005MTRS. NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Circumstances of loss
VESSEL, ON PASSAGE FROM ?REYKJAVIK FOR TORSHAVEN, FAERO ISLANDS. TOOK SEVERE LIST AND LOST CONTAINERS. ABANDONED WHEN LIST INCREASED TO 90DEGS. VESSEL LATER OVERTURNED. CREW OF 12 ABANDONED, 10 RECOVERED ALIVE, 2 DEAD. WEATHER AT TIME OF LOSS SW STORM WITH WAVES OF 8-10MTRS. CARGO OF 4000 TONNES IN CONTAINERS, MAINLY FISH AND FISH PRODUCTS. (LLOYDS VOL.307).
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62 47 N,13 29 W
Distarfell on Wreck Map
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FAQ
Where is the DISTARFELL wreck located?
The DISTARFELL wreck is located at coordinates 62 47 N,13 29 W.
How deep is the seabed around the DISTARFELL?
The seabed around the DISTARFELL lies at approximately 1005 meters deep.
When did the DISTARFELL sink?
The DISTARFELL sank on Mar 9, 1997.
When was the wreck of the DISTARFELL discovered?
The wreck of the DISTARFELL was discovered in 1997.
What country did the DISTARFELL belong to?
The DISTARFELL belonged to AG.
What cargo was the DISTARFELL carrying?
The DISTARFELL was carrying general and mixed goods,fish.
What was the tonnage of the DISTARFELL?
The DISTARFELL had a tonnage of 5967 tons.
What type of wreck is the DISTARFELL?
The DISTARFELL is classified as a carrier.