Flying Wizard Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Flying wizard Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 57.678 N,4 45.506 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.961300
  • Longitude: -4.758433
Water Depth 13 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FLYING WIZARD
Type tug
Flag GB
Length 27 m
Width 7 m
Tonnage 116
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 8, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 1971
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 9.1.71 SANK 045 DEGS, 2050FT FROM CONTROL TOWER AT SEAWARD EXTREMITY OF CLYDEPORT CONTAINER TERMINAL. G SPHERICAL BUOY, OCC G 10 SEC, LAID. (CLYDE PORT AUTHORITY, SIGNAL DTD 8.11.71). POSN 555741N, 044526W FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. H1270/71 30.11.71 LIFTED 28.11.71. (CLYDE PORT AUTHORITY NM 31/71 & LL). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 19, 2009

Circumstances of loss

SANK WHILE TOWING MV GAASTERDYK. CREW RECOVERED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the FLYING WIZARD wreck located?

The FLYING WIZARD wreck is located at coordinates 55 57.678 N,4 45.506 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FLYING WIZARD?

The seabed around the FLYING WIZARD lies at approximately 13 meters deep.

When did the FLYING WIZARD sink?

The FLYING WIZARD sank on Nov 8, 1971.

When was the wreck of the FLYING WIZARD discovered?

The wreck of the FLYING WIZARD was discovered in 1971.

What country did the FLYING WIZARD belong to?

The FLYING WIZARD belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the FLYING WIZARD?

The FLYING WIZARD had a tonnage of 116 tons.

What type of wreck is the FLYING WIZARD?

The FLYING WIZARD is classified as a tug.