G-Aydt Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
G-aydt Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 24.229 N,2 55.677 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.403817
  • Longitude: -2.927950
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name G-AYDT
Type aircraft
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 24, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Oct 27, 2011

Surveying Details

26.10.76 LIGHT AIRCRAFT DITCHED IN SEA HALF MILE NE OF ST THOMAS'S HEAD IN APPROX POSN 512412N, 025536W [OGB]. AREA SEARCHED AT LW BUT WRECKAGE NOT LOCATED. (LL 26.10.76). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. 27.10.11 [WGD] POSN: 5124.229N, 0255.677W.

Circumstances of loss

DITCHED IN SEA. PILOT SEEN TO SWIM CLEAR BUT DISAPPEARED BEFORE RESCUE CRAFT ARRIVED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the G-AYDT wreck located?

The G-AYDT wreck is located at coordinates 51 24.229 N,2 55.677 W.

How deep is the seabed around the G-AYDT?

The seabed around the G-AYDT lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the G-AYDT sink?

The G-AYDT sank on Oct 24, 1976.

When was the wreck of the G-AYDT discovered?

The wreck of the G-AYDT was discovered in 1976.

What type of wreck is the G-AYDT?

The G-AYDT is classified as a aircraft.

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