Flemsoy Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Flemsoy Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		70 50 N,8 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 70.833333
  • Longitude: -8.500000
Water Depth 100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FLEMSOY
Type motor vessel
Flag NO
Length 36.3 m
Width 7 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 183
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 21, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 2.5.77 SANK OFF JAN MAYEN. (LL, 30.4.77). POSN 705000N, 083000W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

WOODEN HULL. SUNK OFF JAN MAYEN FOLLOWING ENGINE TROUBLE AND DAMAGE BY ICE. TOTAL LOSS. (LL).

General Comments

SEALER

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FAQ

Where is the FLEMSOY wreck located?

The FLEMSOY wreck is located at coordinates 70 50 N,8 30 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FLEMSOY?

The seabed around the FLEMSOY lies at approximately 100 meters deep.

When did the FLEMSOY sink?

The FLEMSOY sank on Apr 21, 1977.

When was the wreck of the FLEMSOY discovered?

The wreck of the FLEMSOY was discovered in 1977.

What country did the FLEMSOY belong to?

The FLEMSOY belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the FLEMSOY?

The FLEMSOY had a tonnage of 183 tons.

What type of wreck is the FLEMSOY?

The FLEMSOY is classified as a motor vessel.

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