Amberstaire Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Amberstaire Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 51.39 N,4 16.85 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.856500
  • Longitude: -4.280833
Water Depth 71 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AMBERSTAIRE
Type yacht
Flag GB
Length 13.7 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 21, 2002
Original Detection Year 2002
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH226/400/03 22.7.02 HH226/400/03 22.7.02 OBSERVED TO SINK IN 4951.39N, 0416.85W [WGD]. (MRSC BRIXHAM, TLX DTD 20.7.02). INS AS NDW. BR STD. HH091/059/01 14.4.05 HH091/059/01 14.4.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 1059). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SANK SHORTLY AFTER CREW RECOVERED BY HELO FROM HMS IRON DUKE. PASSAGE CHERBOURG FOR WHITEHAVEN. KETCH RIGGED. FERRO-CEMENT HULL.

General Comments

KETCH, FERRO-CEMENT HULL

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FAQ

Where is the AMBERSTAIRE wreck located?

The AMBERSTAIRE wreck is located at coordinates 49 51.39 N,4 16.85 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AMBERSTAIRE?

The seabed around the AMBERSTAIRE lies at approximately 71 meters deep.

When did the AMBERSTAIRE sink?

The AMBERSTAIRE sank on Jul 21, 2002.

When was the wreck of the AMBERSTAIRE discovered?

The wreck of the AMBERSTAIRE was discovered in 2002.

What country did the AMBERSTAIRE belong to?

The AMBERSTAIRE belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the AMBERSTAIRE?

The AMBERSTAIRE is classified as a yacht.

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