Gold Sky Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Gold sky Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 56.92 N,4 53.09 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.948667
  • Longitude: -4.884833
Water Depth 914 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GOLD SKY
Type steam ship
Length 100 m
Width 14 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 2808
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 19, 1968
Original Detection Year 1968
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4802/58 19.3.69 H4802/58 19.3.69 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 355700N, 045300W, APPROX. IN GEN DEPTH 500FMS. (LLOYDS VOL.194). NCA, TOO DEEP TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Jun 21, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1942 BY GRANGEMOUTH DOCKYARD CO. LTD.. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ASTROVLANIS CIA. NAV SA., ON PASSAGE FROM SPLIT TO GIZAN. SANK AFTER SPRINGING A LEAK IN HER ENGINE-ROOM. ALL CREW SAFE. (MSL).

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FAQ

Where is the GOLD SKY wreck located?

The GOLD SKY wreck is located at coordinates 35 56.92 N,4 53.09 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GOLD SKY?

The seabed around the GOLD SKY lies at approximately 914 meters deep.

When did the GOLD SKY sink?

The GOLD SKY sank on Dec 19, 1968.

When was the wreck of the GOLD SKY discovered?

The wreck of the GOLD SKY was discovered in 1968.

What was the tonnage of the GOLD SKY?

The GOLD SKY had a tonnage of 2808 tons.

What type of wreck is the GOLD SKY?

The GOLD SKY is classified as a steam ship.

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