Flint Klipper Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Flint klipper Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
49 40.44 N,1 35.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.674000
  • Longitude: -1.584667
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FLINT KLIPPER
Type yacht
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 28, 1976
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 29.10.76 WRECKED ON COAST NEAR E ENTRANCE TO CHERBOURG HARBOUR. (LL, 29.10.76). NCA YET. POSN 494030N, 135000W FOR FILING ONLY. 5.5.88 NOT LISTED IN FRENCH WK RECORDS 1987, NOR SHOWN ON FRENCH 7086 [1987 EDN]. SEP 2016/000217491 4.11.16 NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 7086. (EDN 9, DTD 2016). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Oct 6, 2015

Circumstances of loss

29.10.76 REPORTED TO HAVE STRUCK BREAKWATER ROCKS NEAR EASTERN ENTRANCE TO CHERBOURG HBR. 3 ADULTS & 2 CHILDREN RESCUED. (LL, 29.10.76).

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FAQ

Where is the FLINT KLIPPER wreck located?

The FLINT KLIPPER wreck is located at coordinates 49 40.44 N,1 35.08 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FLINT KLIPPER?

The seabed around the FLINT KLIPPER lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the FLINT KLIPPER sink?

The FLINT KLIPPER sank on Oct 28, 1976.

When was the wreck of the FLINT KLIPPER discovered?

The wreck of the FLINT KLIPPER was discovered in 1976.

What country did the FLINT KLIPPER belong to?

The FLINT KLIPPER belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the FLINT KLIPPER?

The FLINT KLIPPER is classified as a yacht.