Flamingo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Flamingo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		21 31 N,75 35 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 21.516667
  • Longitude: -75.583333
Water Depth 2500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FLAMINGO
Type patrol boat
Flag BS
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 10, 1980
Original Detection Year 1980
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4369/74 22.5.80 VESSEL SUNK ABOUT 1.5M S OF RAGGED ISLAND. (LL 13.5.80). LATER, REPORT THAT VESSEL SUNK IN 213100N, 753500W APPROX. (NAVAREA IV 1193/80). POSN'S AT VARIANCE WITH EACH OTHER. NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 31, 2007

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY CUBAN MIG FIGHTER PLANES USING AIR-TO-SURFACE MISSILES, AFTER BEING ABANDONED BY CREW, ABOUT 1.5M S OF RAGGED ISLAND. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the FLAMINGO wreck located?

The FLAMINGO wreck is located at coordinates 21 31 N,75 35 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FLAMINGO?

The seabed around the FLAMINGO lies at approximately 2500 meters deep.

When did the FLAMINGO sink?

The FLAMINGO sank on May 10, 1980.

When was the wreck of the FLAMINGO discovered?

The wreck of the FLAMINGO was discovered in 1980.

What country did the FLAMINGO belong to?

The FLAMINGO belonged to BS.

What type of wreck is the FLAMINGO?

The FLAMINGO is classified as a patrol boat.

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