Kwang Myung No62 Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure |
Kwang myung no62 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
2 30 S,175 59.2 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: -2.500000
- Longitude: 175.986667
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| Water Depth |
0 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
covers and uncovers |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
KWANG MYUNG NO62 |
|
Type
|
fishing vessel
|
| Flag |
KP |
| Length |
42.7 m |
| Tonnage |
352 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Mar 25, 1980
|
| Original Detection Year |
1980 |
| Last Detection Year |
2001 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Nov 5, 2001 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The wreck of the vessel Kwang Myung No 62 is located at coordinates 2 30 S, 175 59.2 E off the coast of Tamana Island in the Gilbert Islands. The site was originally identified following a vessel grounding incident in 1980. Subsequent hydrographic record reviews confirmed the wreck position, which is currently charted as a surveyed temporary obstruction. While specific structural details of the vessel are not currently documented, maritime navigators should treat this as a confirmed underwater obstruction near the coastline of Tamana Island.
Surveying Details
26.3.80 VESSEL AGROUND AT TAMANA ISLAND IN 023000S, 1755900E. (LL 27.3.80). NCA. 5.11.01 RECORD REVIEWED. QUOTED POSN PLOTS ASHORE. INS AS STPA IN 0230.0S, 17559.2E. BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
RAN AGROUND AT TAMANA ISLAND & CONSIDERED TOTAL LOSS.
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
2 30 S,175 59.2 E
Kwang Myung No62 on Wreck Map
Kwang Myung No62 Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the KWANG MYUNG NO62 wreck located?
The KWANG MYUNG NO62 wreck is located at coordinates 2 30 S,175 59.2 E.
When did the KWANG MYUNG NO62 sink?
The KWANG MYUNG NO62 sank on Mar 25, 1980.
When was the wreck of the KWANG MYUNG NO62 discovered?
The wreck of the KWANG MYUNG NO62 was discovered in 1980.
What country did the KWANG MYUNG NO62 belong to?
The KWANG MYUNG NO62 belonged to KP.
What was the tonnage of the KWANG MYUNG NO62?
The KWANG MYUNG NO62 had a tonnage of 352 tons.
What type of wreck is the KWANG MYUNG NO62?
The KWANG MYUNG NO62 is classified as a fishing vessel.