Altair Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Altair Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 31.033 N,5 17.062 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.517217
  • Longitude: -5.284367
Wreck Depth 35 m
Water Depth 52 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALTAIR
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Length 79.2 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 1674
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 18, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2001
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Oct 26, 2001

Surveying Details

H2537/28 H2537/28 ALTAIR SUNK IN 503100N, 051700W APPROX. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA. 14.11.72 14.11.72 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 15FMS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NE 1178. 4.5.78 4.5.78 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 35MTRS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NC 1178. H2979/74 8.3.79 H2979/74 8.3.79 FF REPD IN 503117N, 051648W USING DECCA. (E GILES, 16.5.77). NCA. HH090/799/01 25.10.01 HH090/799/01 25.10.01 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (NP 1008, HI 799). AMENDED DEAD. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

EX-HINDUSTAN. BUILT IN 1884 BY T TURNBULL & SONS, WHITBY. TWO BOILERS, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE ROUEN FOR CARDIFF. IN BALLAST. TORPEDOED BY UC-64.

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FAQ

Where is the ALTAIR wreck located?

The ALTAIR wreck is located at coordinates 50 31.033 N,5 17.062 W.

How deep is the ALTAIR and where exactly is it located?

The ALTAIR lies at a depth of about 35 meters and is located at coordinates 50 31.033 N,5 17.062 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ALTAIR?

The seabed around the ALTAIR lies at approximately 52 meters deep.

When did the ALTAIR sink?

The ALTAIR sank on Oct 18, 1917.

When was the wreck of the ALTAIR discovered?

The wreck of the ALTAIR was discovered in 1917.

What country did the ALTAIR belong to?

The ALTAIR belonged to NO.

What cargo was the ALTAIR carrying?

The ALTAIR was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the ALTAIR?

The ALTAIR had a tonnage of 1674 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALTAIR?

The ALTAIR is classified as a steam ship.

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