Francois Et Jeanette (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Francois et jeanette (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
49 58.87 N,4 33.965 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.981167
  • Longitude: -4.566083
Wreck Depth 55 m
Water Depth 74 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FRANCOIS ET JEANETTE (POSSIBLY)
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 5, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4960/73 22.4.77 H4960/73 22.4.77 SANK IN 495848N, 043342W [OGB]. NO DANGER TO NAVIGATION. (LLOYDS VOL 228). CHART AS USC PA 30FMS [55MTRS]. BR STD. 7.1.82 7.1.82 AMENDED TO USC 55MTRS. NC 2655. H3823/78 28.4.82 H3823/78 28.4.82 DEFINITE WK, REGULARLY FISHED, IN 495850N, 043354W [OGB]. POSN FROM DECCA. COMMERCIAL GUARD REQUESTED. (E GILES, 27.4.82). AMEND POSN. BR STD. 23.2.99 23.2.99 CINC DELETED. MORE THAN FIVE YEARS. HH091/059/01 1.4.05 HH091/059/01 1.4.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 1059). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Apr 1, 2005

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED LEAKING AND LATER SANK. CREW RECOVERED. (LLOYDS VOL 228).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 49 58.87 N,4 33.965 W
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FAQ

Where is the FRANCOIS ET JEANETTE (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The FRANCOIS ET JEANETTE (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 49 58.87 N,4 33.965 W.

How deep is the FRANCOIS ET JEANETTE (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The FRANCOIS ET JEANETTE (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 55 meters and is located at coordinates 49 58.87 N,4 33.965 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FRANCOIS ET JEANETTE (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the FRANCOIS ET JEANETTE (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 74 meters deep.

When did the FRANCOIS ET JEANETTE (POSSIBLY) sink?

The FRANCOIS ET JEANETTE (POSSIBLY) sank on Apr 5, 1977.

When was the wreck of the FRANCOIS ET JEANETTE (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the FRANCOIS ET JEANETTE (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1977.

What country did the FRANCOIS ET JEANETTE (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The FRANCOIS ET JEANETTE (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the FRANCOIS ET JEANETTE (POSSIBLY)?

The FRANCOIS ET JEANETTE (POSSIBLY) is classified as a fishing vessel.