Ftelia Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Ftelia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
42 53.75 N,9 17.567 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.895833
  • Longitude: -9.292783
Water Depth 16 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FTELIA
Flag ES
Cargo ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 22, 1955
Original Detection Year 1955
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H5301/55 28.10.55 H5301/55 28.10.55 DW, SHOWING MASTS & FUNNEL, IN 425345N, 091734, OR 313DEGS, 1.24M FROM CAPE FINISTERRE LT. (CADIZ NM 34/714/55 & LLOYDS). - NM 2496/55. H5301/55 22.5.59 H5301/55 22.5.59 AMEND TO DW. (CADIZ NM 2/19/59). - NM 27/60. H5301/55 30.10.69 H5301/55 30.10.69 AMEND TO FOUL, NO DEPTH SPECIFIED. (CADIZ NM 41/1210/69). BR STD. 13.10.80 13.10.80 NOT SHOWN ON SPANISH 9271 [1974 EDN]. AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Oct 23, 2024
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 42 53.75 N,9 17.567 W
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FAQ

Where is the FTELIA wreck located?

The FTELIA wreck is located at coordinates 42 53.75 N,9 17.567 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FTELIA?

The seabed around the FTELIA lies at approximately 16 meters deep.

When did the FTELIA sink?

The FTELIA sank on Aug 22, 1955.

When was the wreck of the FTELIA discovered?

The wreck of the FTELIA was discovered in 1955.

What country did the FTELIA belong to?

The FTELIA belonged to ES.

What cargo was the FTELIA carrying?

The FTELIA was carrying ore.