Willy Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Willy Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 58.97 N,9 45.91 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.982833
  • Longitude: 9.765167
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WILLY
Type fishing vessel
Flag NO
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 18, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details 19.4.78 SANK NEAR LANGESUND. (LL, 18.4.78). NCA, POSN 585900N, 094600E FOR FILING ONLY. SEP 2015/000278460 12.1.16 NOT SHOWN IN NO5E0819 [ED 13.2,DTD 15.12.15].AMEND TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jan 12, 2016

Circumstances of loss

SANK, FOLLOWING FIRE, NEAR LANGESUND. SKIPPER RESCUED. (LLOYDS VOL.232).

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FAQ

Where is the WILLY wreck located?

The WILLY wreck is located at coordinates 58 58.97 N,9 45.91 E.

How deep is the seabed around the WILLY?

The seabed around the WILLY lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the WILLY sink?

The WILLY sank on May 18, 1978.

When was the wreck of the WILLY discovered?

The wreck of the WILLY was discovered in 1978.

What country did the WILLY belong to?

The WILLY belonged to NO.

What type of wreck is the WILLY?

The WILLY is classified as a fishing vessel.

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