Aafke Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Aafke Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 49 N,3 36 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.816667
  • Longitude: 3.600000
Water Depth 23 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AAFKE
Type fishing vessel
Flag NL
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 25, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 1974
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 31.5.73 SANK 30 MILES SW OF SCHEVENINGEN. (LL 212). POSN 514900N, 033600E APPROX FOR FILING ONLY. 12.9.74 WK RAISED IN MAY 1973. (LL 217). AMENDED TO LIFT. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jun 15, 2010

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER COLLSION WITH W GERMAN MV OSENBERG. CREW RESCUED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the AAFKE wreck located?

The AAFKE wreck is located at coordinates 51 49 N,3 36 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AAFKE?

The seabed around the AAFKE lies at approximately 23 meters deep.

When did the AAFKE sink?

The AAFKE sank on May 25, 1973.

When was the wreck of the AAFKE discovered?

The wreck of the AAFKE was discovered in 1973.

What country did the AAFKE belong to?

The AAFKE belonged to NL.

What type of wreck is the AAFKE?

The AAFKE is classified as a fishing vessel.