G-Alyp Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
G-alyp Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
42 31 N,10 19 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.516667
  • Longitude: 10.316667
Water Depth 170 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name G-ALYP
Type aircraft
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 10, 1954
Original Detection Year 1954
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Surveying Details H772/54 21.5.69 AIRCRAFT CRASHED IN 423100N, 101900E APPROX. VIRTUALLY ALL EXCEPT THE TAIL HAS BEEN RECOVERED. (NAVCOM 4847 DTD 21.1.54 & NEWSPAPER CUTTINGS). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 20.4.12 NOT SHOWN ON IT300005 [EDN 1.20]. AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 24, 2003

Circumstances of loss

OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BOAC.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 42 31 N,10 19 E
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FAQ

Where is the G-ALYP wreck located?

The G-ALYP wreck is located at coordinates 42 31 N,10 19 E.

How deep is the seabed around the G-ALYP?

The seabed around the G-ALYP lies at approximately 170 meters deep.

When did the G-ALYP sink?

The G-ALYP sank on Jan 10, 1954.

When was the wreck of the G-ALYP discovered?

The wreck of the G-ALYP was discovered in 1954.

What country did the G-ALYP belong to?

The G-ALYP belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the G-ALYP?

The G-ALYP is classified as a aircraft.