Grappegia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Grappegia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		47 7.9 N,6 31.1 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 47.131667
  • Longitude: -6.518333
Water Depth 3000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GRAPPEGIA
Type yacht
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 29, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Original Source other
Surveying Details H1279/80 5.10.81 FOUNDERED IN 470800N, 063100W APPROX. (TELEX, 29.9.81). NCA. TOO DEEP TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SANK DURING '6.5M SINGLE-HANDED PENZANCE - TENERIFE - ANTIGUA' YACHT RACE. OCCUPANT RESCUED FROM LIFERAFT BY NAVAL HELICOPTER IN 471400N, 065200W APPROX. (LL, VOL 246).

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FAQ

Where is the GRAPPEGIA wreck located?

The GRAPPEGIA wreck is located at coordinates 47 7.9 N,6 31.1 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GRAPPEGIA?

The seabed around the GRAPPEGIA lies at approximately 3000 meters deep.

When did the GRAPPEGIA sink?

The GRAPPEGIA sank on Sep 29, 1981.

When was the wreck of the GRAPPEGIA discovered?

The wreck of the GRAPPEGIA was discovered in 1981.

What type of wreck is the GRAPPEGIA?

The GRAPPEGIA is classified as a yacht.

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