Loon Hsing Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Loon hsing Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		13 2 N,119 20 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 13.033333
  • Longitude: 119.333333
Water Depth 2770 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LOON HSING
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Length 97.5 m
Width 14 m
Draught 6.1
Tonnage 2669
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 11, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 21.10.78 REPORT THAT CREW OF LOON HSING PICKED UP IN 130200N, 1192000E APPROX ON 15.10.78. (LL, 21.10.78). ASSUMED SUNK CLOSE BY. NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 18, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1962. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY LORD SS CO SA. SANK W OF PALAWAN ISLAND, PHILIPPINES DURING TYPHOON 'NINA'. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the LOON HSING wreck located?

The LOON HSING wreck is located at coordinates 13 2 N,119 20 E.

How deep is the seabed around the LOON HSING?

The seabed around the LOON HSING lies at approximately 2770 meters deep.

When did the LOON HSING sink?

The LOON HSING sank on Oct 11, 1978.

When was the wreck of the LOON HSING discovered?

The wreck of the LOON HSING was discovered in 1978.

What country did the LOON HSING belong to?

The LOON HSING belonged to PA.

What was the tonnage of the LOON HSING?

The LOON HSING had a tonnage of 2669 tons.

What type of wreck is the LOON HSING?

The LOON HSING is classified as a motor vessel.

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