Altair Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Altair Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 25.03 N,11 18.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.417167
  • Longitude: -11.300667
Water Depth 220 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALTAIR
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 1522
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 21, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1941
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

H01001/40 H01001/40 SUNK IN POSN 492500N, 0111800W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA, PLOTS IN OVER 200MTRS. POSN TOO DEEP TO CHART. H095/39 15.1.41 H095/39 GIVES POSN AS 495000N, 110900W. (WESTERN APPS LIST 15.1.41 AND LETTER 3.7.40). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U 32 LATER SUNK BY GUNFIRE HM SHIP. (DODS, LL WW2 & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the ALTAIR wreck located?

The ALTAIR wreck is located at coordinates 49 25.03 N,11 18.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ALTAIR?

The seabed around the ALTAIR lies at approximately 220 meters deep.

When did the ALTAIR sink?

The ALTAIR sank on Jun 21, 1940.

When was the wreck of the ALTAIR discovered?

The wreck of the ALTAIR was discovered in 1940.

What country did the ALTAIR belong to?

The ALTAIR belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the ALTAIR?

The ALTAIR had a tonnage of 1522 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALTAIR?

The ALTAIR is classified as a steam ship.

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