Alexander Fleming Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Alexander fleming Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		43 40 N,8 20 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.666667
  • Longitude: -8.333333
Water Depth 125 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALEXANDER FLEMING
Type fishing vessel
Flag ES
Length 25.9 m
Width 6.4 m
Draught 2.1
Tonnage 103
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 28, 1975
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

4.2.76 4.2.76 SANK OFF ATLANIC COAST OF SPAIN. (LL, 4.2.76) POSN 424000N, 092000W FOR FILING ONLY. 2.11.76 2.11.76 SANK 3M OFF CEDEIRA. (LLOYDS CASUALTY RETURN 75). POSN FOR FILING ONLY AMENDED TO 434000N, 082000W.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF WOOD. SPRANG A LEAK, ABANDONED & SANK. (LL & LLOYDS CASUALTY RETURN).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 43 40 N,8 20 W
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FAQ

Where is the ALEXANDER FLEMING wreck located?

The ALEXANDER FLEMING wreck is located at coordinates 43 40 N,8 20 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ALEXANDER FLEMING?

The seabed around the ALEXANDER FLEMING lies at approximately 125 meters deep.

When did the ALEXANDER FLEMING sink?

The ALEXANDER FLEMING sank on Oct 28, 1975.

When was the wreck of the ALEXANDER FLEMING discovered?

The wreck of the ALEXANDER FLEMING was discovered in 1975.

What country did the ALEXANDER FLEMING belong to?

The ALEXANDER FLEMING belonged to ES.

What was the tonnage of the ALEXANDER FLEMING?

The ALEXANDER FLEMING had a tonnage of 103 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALEXANDER FLEMING?

The ALEXANDER FLEMING is classified as a fishing vessel.

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