Flyer Rotterdam Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Flyer rotterdam Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		46 56.9 N,7 2.1 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 46.948333
  • Longitude: -7.035000
Water Depth 4200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FLYER ROTTERDAM
Type Structure
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 27, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Last Detection Year 1981
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The underwater obstruction identified as the FLYER ROTTERDAM is a capsized derelict pontoon wreckage located at coordinates 46 56.9 N, 7 2.1 W. Situated in the deep waters of the North Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Western Europe, this underwater hazard was originally reported as a steel pontoon measuring approximately 20 meters by 10 meters. Historical surveying records indicate the wreckage site lies in depths exceeding 4000 meters. First reported following a sinking incident in early 1982, the obstruction remains indexed as a maritime hazard for vessels navigating this offshore region. Mariners should be aware of the potential presence of this derelict structural debris at these coordinates.

Surveying Details

H2770/69 5.1.82 H2770/69 5.1.82 PONTOON REPD ABANDONED AND SINKING IN 465400N, 070200W. (SIGNAL DTD 27.12.81). NCA. H2770/69 14.1.81 H2770/69 14.1.81 SANK IN 465700N, 070200W. HOWEVER DERELICT CAPSIZED PONTOON (20 X 10 MTRS). REPD SIGHTED ON 30.12.81. POSSIBLY NOT THE SAME. (NAVAREA II 478/81 & LL 7.1.82). NCA, PLOTS IN OVER 4000MTRS.

Circumstances of loss

SANK WHILE UNDER TOW OF M TUG 'HELGOLAND'.

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FAQ

Where is the FLYER ROTTERDAM wreck located?

The FLYER ROTTERDAM wreck is located at coordinates 46 56.9 N,7 2.1 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FLYER ROTTERDAM?

The seabed around the FLYER ROTTERDAM lies at approximately 4200 meters deep.

When did the FLYER ROTTERDAM sink?

The FLYER ROTTERDAM sank on Dec 27, 1981.

When was the wreck of the FLYER ROTTERDAM discovered?

The wreck of the FLYER ROTTERDAM was discovered in 1981.

What type of wreck is the FLYER ROTTERDAM?

The FLYER ROTTERDAM is classified as a structure.

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