Fernbank Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Fernbank Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		62 15.4 N,7 55 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 62.256667
  • Longitude: -7.916667
Water Depth 100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FERNBANK
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 211
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 16, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 7.8.72 7.8.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 12 MILES NW OF MYGENAES, FAROES. (WW2SL). GIVES POSN APPROX 621524N, 075500W IN GEN DEPTH 100 MTRS. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BOMBED & SUNK BY AIRCRAFT NW OF FAROES. (WW2SL).

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FAQ

Where is the FERNBANK wreck located?

The FERNBANK wreck is located at coordinates 62 15.4 N,7 55 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FERNBANK?

The seabed around the FERNBANK lies at approximately 100 meters deep.

When did the FERNBANK sink?

The FERNBANK sank on Nov 16, 1941.

When was the wreck of the FERNBANK discovered?

The wreck of the FERNBANK was discovered in 1941.

What country did the FERNBANK belong to?

The FERNBANK belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the FERNBANK?

The FERNBANK had a tonnage of 211 tons.

What type of wreck is the FERNBANK?

The FERNBANK is classified as a trawler.

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