Chris An Abil Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Chris an abil Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 18 N,9 27.05 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.300000
  • Longitude: -9.450833
Water Depth 105 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHRIS AN ABIL
Type fishing vessel
Flag FR
Length 12.2 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 27, 1988
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1988
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

3.2.88 3.2.88 REPORTED ON FIRE IN 550150N, 092741.5W. (LL, 28.1.88) NCA YET, AWAIT FURTHER. H2770/86 25.2.88 H2770/86 25.2.88 SANK IN 551800N, 092700W APPROX. VESSEL BURNT OUT. (LL, 30.1.88) NCA, INFORMATION TOO VAGUE TO CHART..

Circumstances of loss

28.1.88 CAUGHT FIRE. WAS ABANDONED BY CREW AND LATER SANK. (LL, 28.1.88).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 18 N,9 27.05 W
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FAQ

Where is the CHRIS AN ABIL wreck located?

The CHRIS AN ABIL wreck is located at coordinates 55 18 N,9 27.05 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CHRIS AN ABIL?

The seabed around the CHRIS AN ABIL lies at approximately 105 meters deep.

When did the CHRIS AN ABIL sink?

The CHRIS AN ABIL sank on Jan 27, 1988.

When was the wreck of the CHRIS AN ABIL discovered?

The wreck of the CHRIS AN ABIL was discovered in 1988.

What country did the CHRIS AN ABIL belong to?

The CHRIS AN ABIL belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the CHRIS AN ABIL?

The CHRIS AN ABIL is classified as a fishing vessel.

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