Swift Wings Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Swift wings Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 55 N,4 11.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.916667
  • Longitude: 4.191667
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name SWIFT WINGS
Type collier
Flag GB
Tonnage 4465
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo flammable liquids and gases,coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 1, 1916
Original Detection Year 1916
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 18M E FROM C. BENGUT, ALGERIA. (WWISL & LLWW1). NCA, POSN 365500N, 041130E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 21, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, SUNK BY U-BOAT 18M E FROM C. BENGUT, ALGERIA. TWO LIVES LOST, MASTER TAKEN PRISONER. (WWISL & LLWW1).

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FAQ

Where is the SWIFT WINGS wreck located?

The SWIFT WINGS wreck is located at coordinates 36 55 N,4 11.5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SWIFT WINGS?

The seabed around the SWIFT WINGS lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the SWIFT WINGS sink?

The SWIFT WINGS sank on Sep 1, 1916.

When was the wreck of the SWIFT WINGS discovered?

The wreck of the SWIFT WINGS was discovered in 1916.

What country did the SWIFT WINGS belong to?

The SWIFT WINGS belonged to GB.

What cargo was the SWIFT WINGS carrying?

The SWIFT WINGS was carrying flammable liquids and gases,coal.

What was the tonnage of the SWIFT WINGS?

The SWIFT WINGS had a tonnage of 4465 tons.

What type of wreck is the SWIFT WINGS?

The SWIFT WINGS is classified as a collier.

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