Fairway Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Fairway Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 57.66 N,9 20.44 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.961000
  • Longitude: -9.340667
Water Depth 250 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FAIRWAY
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 28.2 m
Width 8.7 m
Draught 2.1
Tonnage 380
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 30, 2003
Original Detection Year 2003
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the FAIRWAY is located at coordinates 57 57.66 N, 9 20.44 W in the North Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Scotland. This underwater obstruction, which sank in November 2003, is identified as the FAIRWAY wreck site. Maritime data records indicate the vessel reached its final resting position at these specific geographical coordinates. Mariners and divers navigating this sector of the North Atlantic should be aware of this underwater wreck site.

Surveying Details

5.11.03 5.11.03 SANK IN 5757.66N, 0920.44W [WGD]. (LL 31.10.03). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1995 BY NAVIA SAP ARMON SA, ASTILLEROS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY A B SUMMERS, PETERHEAD. OIL ENGINE OF 989HP, SINGLE SHAFT. TWIN RIG TRAWLER. SANK, CAUSE NOT REPORTED. CREW RECOVERED.

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FAQ

Where is the FAIRWAY wreck located?

The FAIRWAY wreck is located at coordinates 57 57.66 N,9 20.44 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FAIRWAY?

The seabed around the FAIRWAY lies at approximately 250 meters deep.

When did the FAIRWAY sink?

The FAIRWAY sank on Oct 30, 2003.

When was the wreck of the FAIRWAY discovered?

The wreck of the FAIRWAY was discovered in 2003.

What country did the FAIRWAY belong to?

The FAIRWAY belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the FAIRWAY?

The FAIRWAY had a tonnage of 380 tons.

What type of wreck is the FAIRWAY?

The FAIRWAY is classified as a fishing vessel.

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