Playa De Cillero Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Playa de cillero Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		45 22.9 N,3 54.8 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 45.381667
  • Longitude: -3.913333
Water Depth 3500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PLAYA DE CILLERO
Type fishing vessel
Flag ES
Tonnage 100
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 16, 1996
Original Detection Year 1996
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck PLAYA DE CILLERO is located at coordinates 45 22.9 N, 3 54.8 W in the Northeast Atlantic Ocean, positioned off the coast of the Bay of Biscay. This underwater wreck site was recorded following the vessel sinking on August 22, 1996. The wreck lies at an approximate depth of 3500 meters, placing it in deep water where it is not charted for navigation. Due to the extreme depth of 3500 meters, this obstruction remains undisturbed on the seabed.

Surveying Details

HH175/400/02 22.8.96 HH175/400/02 22.8.96 SANK IN 452254N, 035448W. (LL 17.8.96). PLOTS IN GEN DEPTH 3500MTRS APPROX. NCA, TOO DEEP TO CHART.

Circumstances of loss

17.8.96 SANK AFTER FIRE. CREW ALL RECOVERED. (LL 17.8.96).

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FAQ

Where is the PLAYA DE CILLERO wreck located?

The PLAYA DE CILLERO wreck is located at coordinates 45 22.9 N,3 54.8 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PLAYA DE CILLERO?

The seabed around the PLAYA DE CILLERO lies at approximately 3500 meters deep.

When did the PLAYA DE CILLERO sink?

The PLAYA DE CILLERO sank on Aug 16, 1996.

When was the wreck of the PLAYA DE CILLERO discovered?

The wreck of the PLAYA DE CILLERO was discovered in 1996.

What country did the PLAYA DE CILLERO belong to?

The PLAYA DE CILLERO belonged to ES.

What was the tonnage of the PLAYA DE CILLERO?

The PLAYA DE CILLERO had a tonnage of 100 tons.

What type of wreck is the PLAYA DE CILLERO?

The PLAYA DE CILLERO is classified as a fishing vessel.

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