G-Bagh Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
G-bagh Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 58.04 N,1 55.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.967333
  • Longitude: -1.918000
Water Depth 75 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name G-BAGH
Type aircraft
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 17, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H1270/82 23.9.82 DITCHED ENGLISH AIRCRAFT G-BACH SANK 005DEGS, 14.5M APPROX FROM CAP DE LA HAGUE AT 1833 GMT 17.9.82. (MRCC FALMOUTH, TLX DTD 17.9.82). POSN 495800N, 015500W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

WASSMER 41 LIGHT AIRCRAFT OF ALDERNEY FLYING SERVICE. DITCHED 20M N OF ALDERNEY, WHILST EN ROUTE SOUTHAMPTON TO ALDERNEY, WHEN ENGINE STOPPED AFTER ELECTRICAL FIRE. PILOT RESCUED BY HELICOPTER. WRECKAGE TAKEN IN TOW BY FRENCH NAVY VESSEL 'GLAIVE'.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 49 58.04 N,1 55.08 W
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FAQ

Where is the G-BAGH wreck located?

The G-BAGH wreck is located at coordinates 49 58.04 N,1 55.08 W.

How deep is the seabed around the G-BAGH?

The seabed around the G-BAGH lies at approximately 75 meters deep.

When did the G-BAGH sink?

The G-BAGH sank on Sep 17, 1982.

When was the wreck of the G-BAGH discovered?

The wreck of the G-BAGH was discovered in 1982.

What country did the G-BAGH belong to?

The G-BAGH belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the G-BAGH?

The G-BAGH is classified as a aircraft.

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