Colombo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Colombo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
12 25 N,70 5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 12.416667
  • Longitude: -70.083333
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name COLOMBO
Type sailing vessel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 24, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 4.5.76 4.5.76 REPORTED SINKING 6 MILES SW OF ARUBA. (LL 3.5.76). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jun 23, 2009

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED ENGINE ROOM FIRE AND SINKING WITH EIGHT PERSONS ONBOARD ON 23.4. NOT LOCATED AND SEARCH SUSPENDED 25.4. VESSEL UNLOCATED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the COLOMBO wreck located?

The COLOMBO wreck is located at coordinates 12 25 N,70 5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the COLOMBO?

The seabed around the COLOMBO lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the COLOMBO sink?

The COLOMBO sank on Apr 24, 1976.

When was the wreck of the COLOMBO discovered?

The wreck of the COLOMBO was discovered in 1976.

What type of wreck is the COLOMBO?

The COLOMBO is classified as a sailing vessel.