Islander Vi Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Islander vi Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		6 26.4 S,137 5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -6.440000
  • Longitude: 137.083333
Water Depth 23 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ISLANDER VI
Type ferry
Flag AU
Length 29.9 m
Width 6.7 m
Tonnage 158
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 28, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 13.10.71 VESSEL REPORTED SUNK IN 062624S, 1370500E IN ABOUT 14FMS, ABOUT 35M OFF COAST. (LLOYDS VOLS.206 & 207) QUOTED POSN APPROX 75-80M OFF COAST. NCA, FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Sep 13, 2000

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL REPORTEDLY SPRANG A LEAK WHILE FISHING AND SANK STEM FIRST WHEN 35M OFF W IRIAN, NEW GUINEA COAST. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY N.A.B & D.J. HUNT. (LLOYDS VOLS.206 & 207)

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FAQ

Where is the ISLANDER VI wreck located?

The ISLANDER VI wreck is located at coordinates 6 26.4 S,137 5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ISLANDER VI?

The seabed around the ISLANDER VI lies at approximately 23 meters deep.

When did the ISLANDER VI sink?

The ISLANDER VI sank on Sep 28, 1971.

When was the wreck of the ISLANDER VI discovered?

The wreck of the ISLANDER VI was discovered in 1971.

What country did the ISLANDER VI belong to?

The ISLANDER VI belonged to AU.

What was the tonnage of the ISLANDER VI?

The ISLANDER VI had a tonnage of 158 tons.

What type of wreck is the ISLANDER VI?

The ISLANDER VI is classified as a ferry.

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