Fair Morn Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Fair morn Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 58.486 N,5 53.566 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.974767
  • Longitude: -5.892767
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FAIR MORN
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 20, 1969
Original Detection Year 1969
Last Detection Year 1992
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Dec 4, 2020

Surveying Details

H3746/69 3.9.69 SANK 3 MILES SW OF MALLAIG IN 565830N, 055330W. (STORNOWAY CG). INS AS DW. - NM 2721/69. HH090/523/01 9.3.92 NOT FOUND DURING BASIC SONAR SWEEP. SEABED IN AREA IS OF VERY COMPLICATED ROCK NATURE MAKING WKS DIFFICULT TO DISTINGUISH FROM ROCKS. FULL DISPROVING SEARCH NOT CARRIED OUT. RETAIN AS CHARTED. (HMS ROEBUCK, HI 523). NCA. SEP 2020/000229367 4.12.20 NOT LOCATED BY M/B SURVEY (2020) (MERITAITO, HI1568). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

WENT ASHORE AT ARISAIG POINT. FLOATED OFF STRAPPED BETWEEN TWO OTHER FV BUT SANK.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 56 58.486 N,5 53.566 W
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FAQ

Where is the FAIR MORN wreck located?

The FAIR MORN wreck is located at coordinates 56 58.486 N,5 53.566 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FAIR MORN?

The seabed around the FAIR MORN lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When did the FAIR MORN sink?

The FAIR MORN sank on Aug 20, 1969.

When was the wreck of the FAIR MORN discovered?

The wreck of the FAIR MORN was discovered in 1969.

What country did the FAIR MORN belong to?

The FAIR MORN belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the FAIR MORN?

The FAIR MORN is classified as a fishing vessel.

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