G-Atzh Wreck

Field Value
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
G-atzh Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		22 11.817 N,114 21.167 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 22.196950
  • Longitude: 114.352783
Water Depth 31 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name G-ATZH
Type aircraft
Flag GB
Cargo natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 2, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Oct 15, 2008

Surveying Details

H2666/65 27.9.77 DITCHED APPROX 124DEGS, 4.5M FROM TATHONG PT LT. G SPHERICAL LT BUOY, QKFL.G LAID IN 221149N, 1142110E. SALVAGE CRAFT IN VICINITY. (LL, 5.9.77, HONG KONG SIGNAL 2.9.77, & HONG KONG TNM 69/77) NCA. H4668/74 9.10.78 BUOY WITHDRAWN. (HONG KONG SIGNAL 21.9.77) NCA. H4668/74 14.11.78 TNM 69/77 CANCELLED. BUOY PERMANENTLY WITHDRAWN. (HONG KONG MARINE DEPT. NM 61/78) AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA. H3076/74 22.10.79 OBSTN IN 221149N, 1142110E, MARKED BY G CONL LT BUOY CLOSE SE. (US NM 93733/37/79) LTR TO DMAHTC, WASHINGTON. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

5.9.77 CANADAIR BRITANNIA CL44 CARGO AIRCRAFT, OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY TRANS MERIDIAN. CRASHED 2M E OF WANGLAN ISLAND, AFTER ENGINE CAUGHT FORE SHORTLY AFTER TAKE-OFF. CREW OF 4 LOST. (LL, 5.9.77)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 22 11.817 N,114 21.167 E
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FAQ

Where is the G-ATZH wreck located?

The G-ATZH wreck is located at coordinates 22 11.817 N,114 21.167 E.

How deep is the seabed around the G-ATZH?

The seabed around the G-ATZH lies at approximately 31 meters deep.

When did the G-ATZH sink?

The G-ATZH sank on Sep 2, 1977.

When was the wreck of the G-ATZH discovered?

The wreck of the G-ATZH was discovered in 1977.

What country did the G-ATZH belong to?

The G-ATZH belonged to GB.

What cargo was the G-ATZH carrying?

The G-ATZH was carrying natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products.

What type of wreck is the G-ATZH?

The G-ATZH is classified as a aircraft.

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