Alpha Commander Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Alpha commander Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		3 57.5 S,39 47 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -3.958333
  • Longitude: 39.783333
Water Depth 25 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALPHA COMMANDER
Type trawler
Flag PA
Cargo shellfish and crustaceans,fish
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 23, 1980
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1980
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3258/77 30.10.80 H3258/77 30.10.80 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 035730S, 394700E APPROX IN 60FMS. LOCAL SALVORS UNABLE TO LOCATE. (LL, 22.10.80). NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 2, 2003

Circumstances of loss

22.10.80 PASSAGE FOR MOMBASA FROM FISHING GROUNDS. WAS HOLED IN ENGINE ROOM AFTER CONTACT WITH UNIDENTIFIED SEMI-FLOATING OBJECT & SANK 3M OFF MTWAPA. (LL, 22.10.80).

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FAQ

Where is the ALPHA COMMANDER wreck located?

The ALPHA COMMANDER wreck is located at coordinates 3 57.5 S,39 47 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ALPHA COMMANDER?

The seabed around the ALPHA COMMANDER lies at approximately 25 meters deep.

When did the ALPHA COMMANDER sink?

The ALPHA COMMANDER sank on Sep 23, 1980.

When was the wreck of the ALPHA COMMANDER discovered?

The wreck of the ALPHA COMMANDER was discovered in 1980.

What country did the ALPHA COMMANDER belong to?

The ALPHA COMMANDER belonged to PA.

What cargo was the ALPHA COMMANDER carrying?

The ALPHA COMMANDER was carrying shellfish and crustaceans,fish.

What type of wreck is the ALPHA COMMANDER?

The ALPHA COMMANDER is classified as a trawler.

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