Dambuster Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Dambuster Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 30.94 N,2 29.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.515667
  • Longitude: -2.484667
Water Depth 21 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DAMBUSTER
Type yacht
Flag GB
Tonnage 14
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 28, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 20.10.75 20.10.75 SANK OFF PLATTE FOURGERE, GUERNSEY. (LL, 29.10.75). NCA. POSN 493100N, 022900W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 5, 2001

Circumstances of loss

29.10.75 SANK OFF PLATTE FOURGERE, 8 CREW RESCUED. (LL, 29.10.75).

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FAQ

Where is the DAMBUSTER wreck located?

The DAMBUSTER wreck is located at coordinates 49 30.94 N,2 29.08 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DAMBUSTER?

The seabed around the DAMBUSTER lies at approximately 21 meters deep.

When did the DAMBUSTER sink?

The DAMBUSTER sank on Oct 28, 1975.

When was the wreck of the DAMBUSTER discovered?

The wreck of the DAMBUSTER was discovered in 1975.

What country did the DAMBUSTER belong to?

The DAMBUSTER belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the DAMBUSTER?

The DAMBUSTER had a tonnage of 14 tons.

What type of wreck is the DAMBUSTER?

The DAMBUSTER is classified as a yacht.

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