Hiua-Oa Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hiua-oa Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		43 25.3 N,9 38.2 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.421667
  • Longitude: 9.636667
Water Depth 450 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name HIUA-OA
Type sailing vessel
Flag PA
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 4, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 9.8.76 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 432518N, 093812E APPROX. (LL 225). NCA. 23.4.12 NO WK SHOWN ON IT300909 [EDN 2.9]. NFA.
Last Amended Date Aug 11, 2014

Circumstances of loss

CAUGHT FIRE AND SANK ABOUT 11M W OF GORGONA ISLAND, NEAR LEGHORN, ITALY. ALL FOUR CREW SAFE. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the HIUA-OA wreck located?

The HIUA-OA wreck is located at coordinates 43 25.3 N,9 38.2 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HIUA-OA?

The seabed around the HIUA-OA lies at approximately 450 meters deep.

When did the HIUA-OA sink?

The HIUA-OA sank on Aug 4, 1976.

When was the wreck of the HIUA-OA discovered?

The wreck of the HIUA-OA was discovered in 1976.

What country did the HIUA-OA belong to?

The HIUA-OA belonged to PA.

What type of wreck is the HIUA-OA?

The HIUA-OA is classified as a sailing vessel.

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