Blue Fin Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Blue fin Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 35.15 N,3 25.706 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.585833
  • Longitude: -3.428433
Water Depth 8 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BLUE FIN
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 8.2 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 26, 1995
Bottom Texture Gravel
Original Detection Year 1995
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH232/520/04 2.6.95 SANK IN 503507N, 032538W [OGB]. (MRSC BRIXHAM, TLX DTD 26.5.95). INS AS DW PA. - NM 1943/95. 29.6.95 VESSEL HAS BEEN LIFTED. (MRSC BRIXHAM/W.O. TELECON). AMENDED TO LIFT. DELETE. - NM 2308/95. SEP 2015/000019320 6.7.15 NOT FOUND. (MMT, HI 1453). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 6, 2015

Circumstances of loss

SANK 0.75M E OF LANGSTONE ROCK. 3 CREW REACHED SHORE, ONE DEAD, ONE MISSING. (MRSC BRIXHAM).

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FAQ

Where is the BLUE FIN wreck located?

The BLUE FIN wreck is located at coordinates 50 35.15 N,3 25.706 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BLUE FIN?

The seabed around the BLUE FIN lies at approximately 8 meters deep.

When did the BLUE FIN sink?

The BLUE FIN sank on May 26, 1995.

When was the wreck of the BLUE FIN discovered?

The wreck of the BLUE FIN was discovered in 1995.

What country did the BLUE FIN belong to?

The BLUE FIN belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the BLUE FIN?

The BLUE FIN is classified as a fishing vessel.

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