Corsica Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Corsica Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		28 56 N,13 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 28.933333
  • Longitude: -13.500000
Water Depth 400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CORSICA
Type yacht
Flag FR
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 16, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 25.1.77 25.1.77 SANK IN PA 285600N, 133000W. (LL, 18.1.77). NCA.
Last Amended Date Apr 15, 2003

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH RO-RO MV 'BUONA SPERANZA' OFF LANZAROTE. FOUR CREW RESCUED, ONE MISSING PRESUMED DROWNED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the CORSICA wreck located?

The CORSICA wreck is located at coordinates 28 56 N,13 30 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CORSICA?

The seabed around the CORSICA lies at approximately 400 meters deep.

When did the CORSICA sink?

The CORSICA sank on Jan 16, 1977.

When was the wreck of the CORSICA discovered?

The wreck of the CORSICA was discovered in 1977.

What country did the CORSICA belong to?

The CORSICA belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the CORSICA?

The CORSICA is classified as a yacht.

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