Westwind Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Westwind Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
56 21.991 N,5 33.566 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.366517
  • Longitude: -5.559433
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WESTWIND
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 8.5 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 19, 1992
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1992
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH272/470/02 13.8.92 SANK IN APPROX 30MTRS BETWEEN 500YDS AND 0.75M S OF SOUTHERNMOST POINT OF ISLAND OF KERRERA. (OBAN MRSC, DTD 20.7.92). VERY SMALL CRAFT, POSN 562159N, 053334W FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. 16.4.14 NOT SHOWN IN M/B DATA. (INIS HYDRO, HI 1354, BDC). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014
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FAQ

Where is the WESTWIND wreck located?

The WESTWIND wreck is located at coordinates 56 21.991 N,5 33.566 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WESTWIND?

The seabed around the WESTWIND lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When did the WESTWIND sink?

The WESTWIND sank on Jul 19, 1992.

When was the wreck of the WESTWIND discovered?

The wreck of the WESTWIND was discovered in 1992.

What country did the WESTWIND belong to?

The WESTWIND belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the WESTWIND?

The WESTWIND is classified as a fishing vessel.