Nz 4031 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Nz 4031 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		8 30 S,179 11 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -8.500000
  • Longitude: 179.183333
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NZ 4031
Type aircraft
Flag NZ
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1981
Original Source other
Last Amended Date May 7, 2008

Simplified Wreck Survey

Underwater wreck NZ 4031 is located in the Pacific Ocean near Funafuti Island at coordinates 8 30 S, 179 11 E. This submerged obstruction was identified during preliminary construction work for a new wharf. Historical records indicate the presence of depth charges lying near the wreck site. The wreck is positioned in the vicinity of Funafuti, Tuvalu, in the Pacific Islands region.

Surveying Details

H4426/80 14.8.81 LOCATED IN APPROX 083000S, 1791200E, DURING PRELIMINARY WORK ON CONSTRUCION OF A NEW WHARF AT FUNAFUTI ISLAND. DEPTH CHARGES LYING NEAR THE WK. (PACIFIC ISLANDS MONTHLY - JUL'81). NCA 26.1.88 WGD POSN: 083000S, 1791100E APPROX.

Circumstances of loss

CRASHED ON TAKE-OFF. (PACIFIC ISLANDS MONTHLY - JUL'81).

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FAQ

Where is the NZ 4031 wreck located?

The NZ 4031 wreck is located at coordinates 8 30 S,179 11 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NZ 4031?

The seabed around the NZ 4031 lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the NZ 4031 discovered?

The wreck of the NZ 4031 was discovered in 1981.

What country did the NZ 4031 belong to?

The NZ 4031 belonged to NZ.

What type of wreck is the NZ 4031?

The NZ 4031 is classified as a aircraft.

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