Papy Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Papy Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 19.04 N,0 4.91 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.317333
  • Longitude: 0.081833
Wreck Depth 30 m
Water Depth 45 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PAPY
Type fishing vessel
Flag FR
Length 17 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 27, 1993
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1993
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH226/420/01 24.2.93 HH226/420/01 24.2.93 SANK 8 MILES SE OF GREENWICH BUOY IN APPROX 501900N, 000500E [OGB]. WOODEN VESSEL 17MTRS IN LENGTH. (CHERBOURG AV 036/93; DOVER CG, TLX DTD 26.1.93). CHART AS USC PA 30MTRS. - NM 795/93. 30.12.99 30.12.99 SHOWN AS USC PD 30MTRS ON FR INT 1704 [1998 EDN]. NE 2451. 21.1.14 21.1.14 NOT LOCATED 10.2013 USING M/B. (GARDLINE SURVEY, HI 1416). ASSUMED BROKEN UP. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jan 21, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF WOOD. SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH JAPANESE M TANKER 'FUYOH MARU'. (LL).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the PAPY wreck located?

The PAPY wreck is located at coordinates 50 19.04 N,0 4.91 E.

How deep is the PAPY and where exactly is it located?

The PAPY lies at a depth of about 30 meters and is located at coordinates 50 19.04 N,0 4.91 E.

How deep is the seabed around the PAPY?

The seabed around the PAPY lies at approximately 45 meters deep.

When did the PAPY sink?

The PAPY sank on Jan 27, 1993.

When was the wreck of the PAPY discovered?

The wreck of the PAPY was discovered in 1993.

What country did the PAPY belong to?

The PAPY belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the PAPY?

The PAPY is classified as a fishing vessel.