Sealgair Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Sealgair Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 34.725 N,4 35.182 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.578750
  • Longitude: -4.586367
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SEALGAIR
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 21, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H4473/70 15.3.79 H4473/70 15.3.79 SANK IN 583445N, 043506W [OGB]. (MRSC WICK, TELEX DTD 21.2.79). PLOTS AMONGST ROCKS CLOSE INSHORE. NCA, EXISTING SCALES TOO SMALL.
Last Amended Date Sep 30, 2009

Circumstances of loss

23.2.79 TOOK WATER E OF WHITEN HEAD. LATER SANK WHILE UNDER TOW TO PORT. CREW OF 4 RECOVERED. (LL, 23.2.79).

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FAQ

Where is the SEALGAIR wreck located?

The SEALGAIR wreck is located at coordinates 58 34.725 N,4 35.182 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SEALGAIR?

The seabed around the SEALGAIR lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the SEALGAIR sink?

The SEALGAIR sank on Feb 21, 1979.

When was the wreck of the SEALGAIR discovered?

The wreck of the SEALGAIR was discovered in 1979.

What country did the SEALGAIR belong to?

The SEALGAIR belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the SEALGAIR?

The SEALGAIR is classified as a fishing vessel.

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