Musketeer Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Musketeer Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		14 8 N,30 4 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 14.133333
  • Longitude: -30.066667
Water Depth 5300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MUSKETEER
Type yacht
Flag BE
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 24, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 7.1.80 7.1.80 WK IN 140800N, 300400W, PA. (LL VOL. 239). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 24, 2010

Circumstances of loss

OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BRUXELLES ROYAL YACHT CLUB. PASSAGE FROM MINDELO, ST VINCENT, CAPE VERDE ISLAND. 2 BELGIAN WOMEN WERE RESCUED FROM THEIR LIFERAFT. (LL VOL. 239)

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FAQ

Where is the MUSKETEER wreck located?

The MUSKETEER wreck is located at coordinates 14 8 N,30 4 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MUSKETEER?

The seabed around the MUSKETEER lies at approximately 5300 meters deep.

When did the MUSKETEER sink?

The MUSKETEER sank on Dec 24, 1979.

When was the wreck of the MUSKETEER discovered?

The wreck of the MUSKETEER was discovered in 1979.

What country did the MUSKETEER belong to?

The MUSKETEER belonged to BE.

What type of wreck is the MUSKETEER?

The MUSKETEER is classified as a yacht.

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