Southern Clipper Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Southern clipper Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 4.717 N,2 21.77 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.078617
  • Longitude: 2.362833
Water Depth 12 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SOUTHERN CLIPPER
Type yacht
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 31, 1988
Original Detection Year 1988
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3498/88 3.8.88 HOLED IN POSN 510446N, 022151E [EUR]. SANK WITHIN 30 MINUTES. COULD BE A DANGER. (LL 1.8.88). NCA YET. AWAIT BREST NM. 10.1.05 NO FURTHER REPORT RECIEVED. AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 18, 2017

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED TO BE HOLED ON STRIKING UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT. WAS ABANDONED BY CREW AND SANK.

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FAQ

Where is the SOUTHERN CLIPPER wreck located?

The SOUTHERN CLIPPER wreck is located at coordinates 51 4.717 N,2 21.77 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SOUTHERN CLIPPER?

The seabed around the SOUTHERN CLIPPER lies at approximately 12 meters deep.

When did the SOUTHERN CLIPPER sink?

The SOUTHERN CLIPPER sank on Jul 31, 1988.

When was the wreck of the SOUTHERN CLIPPER discovered?

The wreck of the SOUTHERN CLIPPER was discovered in 1988.

What country did the SOUTHERN CLIPPER belong to?

The SOUTHERN CLIPPER belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the SOUTHERN CLIPPER?

The SOUTHERN CLIPPER is classified as a yacht.

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