Fns Latui Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Fns latui Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		18 17.55 S,178 6.4 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -18.292500
  • Longitude: 178.106667
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FNS LATUI
Type patrol boat
Flag FJ
Length 20.4 m
Width 5.2 m
Draught 2.1
Tonnage 90
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1988
Last Detection Year 1994
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Last Amended Date Apr 11, 1994

Simplified Wreck Survey

FNS Latui wreck location and historical survey data for the South Pacific Ocean off the coast of Fiji. The wreck of the FNS Latui is situated at coordinates 18 17.55 S, 178 6.4 E. Originally reported stranded in 1988, the vessel was later confirmed to have broken up and sunk during a storm. Following reports from Fiji pilots and subsequent hydrographic surveys, the site is now classified as a dangerous wreck located south of the reef edge. The remains are considered well broken and structurally compromised, categorized as a wreck with position approximate (PA). Navigation warnings indicate the original beacon associated with the wreck is missing, and mariners are advised to exercise caution in the vicinity of these coordinates.

Surveying Details

H4735/82 29.7.88 STRANDED IN POSN 145DEGS, 5800MTRS, FROM OBELISK IN 181405S, 1780442E. LIES 100/280DEGS. (HYDRO, FIJI, TLX 23.6.88 & 3.7.88). - NM2465/88. HH586/520/01 5.4.94 WRECK AND BEACON CLOSE BY REPORTED MISSING. FIJI PILOTS REPORT THAT WRECK BROKE UP AND SANK IN STORM. AMENDED TO DW PA S OF REEF EDGE IN 181733.0S, 1780624.0E. (MV CLYDEBANK, HN). - NM 1312/94.

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FAQ

Where is the FNS LATUI wreck located?

The FNS LATUI wreck is located at coordinates 18 17.55 S,178 6.4 E.

How deep is the seabed around the FNS LATUI?

The seabed around the FNS LATUI lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the FNS LATUI discovered?

The wreck of the FNS LATUI was discovered in 1988.

What country did the FNS LATUI belong to?

The FNS LATUI belonged to FJ.

What was the tonnage of the FNS LATUI?

The FNS LATUI had a tonnage of 90 tons.

What type of wreck is the FNS LATUI?

The FNS LATUI is classified as a patrol boat.

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