Ribicia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Ribicia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 43.025 N,5 40.061 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.717083
  • Longitude: -5.667683
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RIBICIA
Type sailing vessel
Flag FR
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 2, 1929
Original Detection Year 1929
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 3.10.29 SPRANG A LEAK 5 MILES SSW OF THE SMALLS. (LL, 3.10.29). POSN 514300N, 054000W FOR FILING ONLY. NO LOCAL KNOWLEDGE OF THIS POSN. NOT FOUND DURING AREA SEARCH BY E/S AND DCS3. (HMS WOODLARK, HI 71B/78). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date May 5, 2010

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE DOUGLAS, ISLE OF MAN FOR PAIMPOL. SPRANG A LEAK AND SANK. CREW RECOVERED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the RIBICIA wreck located?

The RIBICIA wreck is located at coordinates 51 43.025 N,5 40.061 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RIBICIA?

The seabed around the RIBICIA lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the RIBICIA sink?

The RIBICIA sank on Oct 2, 1929.

When was the wreck of the RIBICIA discovered?

The wreck of the RIBICIA was discovered in 1929.

What country did the RIBICIA belong to?

The RIBICIA belonged to FR.

What cargo was the RIBICIA carrying?

The RIBICIA was carrying ballast.

What type of wreck is the RIBICIA?

The RIBICIA is classified as a sailing vessel.

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