Hms Maida Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms maida Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 25.534 N,1 45.061 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.425567
  • Longitude: 1.751017
Water Depth 37 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS MAIDA
Type drifter
Flag GB
Tonnage 107
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 16, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1996
Original Source other
Surveying Details H4988/71 4.1.72 SEARCHED FOR USING DCS3 & FISHERMANS SONAR OVER AREA OF 1 SQ MILE & NO SIGN FOUND. CHARTED IN A CONSPICUOUSLY SANDWAVE AREA. (HMS FAWN, K6274/10). NCA. HH090/707/01 10.7.96 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3 AND MAGNETOMETER. (GARDLINE, HI 707). AMENDED TO DEAD. SEP 2018/000061842 19.7.18 NOT LOCATED BY M/B SURVEY 2017-2018. (GARDLINE, HI 1519). NFA.
Last Amended Date Jul 19, 2018

Circumstances of loss

MINED.

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FAQ

Where is the HMS MAIDA wreck located?

The HMS MAIDA wreck is located at coordinates 51 25.534 N,1 45.061 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS MAIDA?

The seabed around the HMS MAIDA lies at approximately 37 meters deep.

When did the HMS MAIDA sink?

The HMS MAIDA sank on Mar 16, 1940.

When was the wreck of the HMS MAIDA discovered?

The wreck of the HMS MAIDA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the HMS MAIDA belong to?

The HMS MAIDA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS MAIDA?

The HMS MAIDA had a tonnage of 107 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS MAIDA?

The HMS MAIDA is classified as a drifter.

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