Aquila Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Aquila Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		7 7 N,13 13.7 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 7.116667
  • Longitude: -13.228333
Water Depth 2250 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AQUILA
Type motor vessel
Flag CY
Length 93 m
Width 13.7 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 1599
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo salt
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 13, 1993
Original Detection Year 1993
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH426/400/01 10.1.94 SANK IN 070700N, 131342W, APPROX. (LL 14.12.93). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jul 1, 2003

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING AN EXPLOSION WHILE ON PASSAGE TO ABIDJAN.

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FAQ

Where is the AQUILA wreck located?

The AQUILA wreck is located at coordinates 7 7 N,13 13.7 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AQUILA?

The seabed around the AQUILA lies at approximately 2250 meters deep.

When did the AQUILA sink?

The AQUILA sank on Dec 13, 1993.

When was the wreck of the AQUILA discovered?

The wreck of the AQUILA was discovered in 1993.

What country did the AQUILA belong to?

The AQUILA belonged to CY.

What cargo was the AQUILA carrying?

The AQUILA was carrying salt.

What was the tonnage of the AQUILA?

The AQUILA had a tonnage of 1599 tons.

What type of wreck is the AQUILA?

The AQUILA is classified as a motor vessel.

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