Pennyfair Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Pennyfair Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		47 2 N,56 31 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 47.033333
  • Longitude: -56.516667
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PENNYFAIR
Type fishing vessel
Flag CA
Length 36.6 m
Width 7.6 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 287
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 12, 1988
Original Detection Year 1988
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2845/88 29.9.88 H2845/88 29.9.88 ABANDONED AND TOTAL LOSS ON SEAL ROCK, OFF GRANDE MIQUELON. EXPECTED TO BREAK UP AND DISAPPEAR WITHIN A FEW WEEKS. (LL, 24.9.88). POSN APPROX 470200N, 563100W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 2, 2009

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND ON SEAL ROCKS (VIEUX MARINS), OFF GRANDE MIQUELON. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the PENNYFAIR wreck located?

The PENNYFAIR wreck is located at coordinates 47 2 N,56 31 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PENNYFAIR?

The seabed around the PENNYFAIR lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the PENNYFAIR sink?

The PENNYFAIR sank on Sep 12, 1988.

When was the wreck of the PENNYFAIR discovered?

The wreck of the PENNYFAIR was discovered in 1988.

What country did the PENNYFAIR belong to?

The PENNYFAIR belonged to CA.

What was the tonnage of the PENNYFAIR?

The PENNYFAIR had a tonnage of 287 tons.

What type of wreck is the PENNYFAIR?

The PENNYFAIR is classified as a fishing vessel.

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