Bon Chance Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Bon chance Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 18.034 N,1 30.896 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.300567
  • Longitude: 1.514933
Water Depth 13 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BON CHANCE
Type yacht
Flag GB
Length 11 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 15, 1986
Original Detection Year 1986
Last Detection Year 1991
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Sep 21, 1999

Surveying Details

H2538/79 18.11.86 SANK IN APPROX POSN 511800N, 013100E. (DOVER MRCC, DTD 15.10.86). NCA YET. HH090/511/01 16.10.91 NOTHING FOUND DURING SEARCH USING SONAR AND MAGNETOMETER. GEN DEPTH NOW 13MTRS. (NP 1016, HI 511). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA. HH090/892/01 3.10.00 NOT LOCATED. (NP 1016, HI 892). NCA. HH091/028/01 25.6.03 NOT LOCATED. (NP 1016, HI 1028). NCA. RSDRA2022000003820 17.5.2022 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2021) (A-2-SEA SOLUTIONS LTD, HI 1743). NFA. RSDRA2024000267322 31.10.24 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2024. (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI 1866). NFA.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, STRANDED IN AREA OF GOODWIN KNOLL, BROKE UP AND SANK. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED).

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FAQ

Where is the BON CHANCE wreck located?

The BON CHANCE wreck is located at coordinates 51 18.034 N,1 30.896 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BON CHANCE?

The seabed around the BON CHANCE lies at approximately 13 meters deep.

When did the BON CHANCE sink?

The BON CHANCE sank on Oct 15, 1986.

When was the wreck of the BON CHANCE discovered?

The wreck of the BON CHANCE was discovered in 1986.

What country did the BON CHANCE belong to?

The BON CHANCE belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the BON CHANCE?

The BON CHANCE is classified as a yacht.

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