Al Bushair (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Al bushair (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		26 46.935 N,53 16.4 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 26.782250
  • Longitude: 53.273333
Water Depth 9 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AL BUSHAIR (PROBABLY)
Type motor vessel
Tonnage 500
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 13, 1980
Original Detection Year 1981
Last Detection Year 2022
Original Source ship visit/hydrographic note report
Markers MARKED BY WATCH BUOY FL(2)6s,3M
Last Amended Date Jan 23, 2023

Surveying Details

H4399/79 8.5.81 STRANDED VESSEL, WITH ALL-AFT ACCOMMODATION, BEACHED ABOUT 2 CABLES OFFSHORE IN 264654N, 531624E. BOWS N. VISUALLY & RADAR CONSPIC AT 12MILES. (MV MOKRAN, HN 27.2.81). NCA YET. H3569/84 18.9.84 MV AL BUSHAIR AGROUND LAVAN ISLAND SINCE JUNE 1980. NOW ABANDONED. (LL 14.7.84). INS AS ST (RA CONSPIC). NE 2883. 11.3.92 [WGD] POSN: 264655.9N, 531626.9E. SEP 2015/000210285 7.10.15 NOW MARKED BY WATCH BUOY FL(2)6s,3M. (IRANIAN NM 17/15). NCA.

General Comments

Radar reflector attached

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FAQ

Where is the AL BUSHAIR (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The AL BUSHAIR (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 26 46.935 N,53 16.4 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AL BUSHAIR (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the AL BUSHAIR (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 9 meters deep.

When did the AL BUSHAIR (PROBABLY) sink?

The AL BUSHAIR (PROBABLY) sank on Jun 13, 1980.

When was the wreck of the AL BUSHAIR (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the AL BUSHAIR (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1981.

What cargo was the AL BUSHAIR (PROBABLY) carrying?

The AL BUSHAIR (PROBABLY) was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the AL BUSHAIR (PROBABLY)?

The AL BUSHAIR (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 500 tons.

What type of wreck is the AL BUSHAIR (PROBABLY)?

The AL BUSHAIR (PROBABLY) is classified as a motor vessel.

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