Gaviotta Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Gaviotta Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 34.32 N,0 20.654 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.572000
  • Longitude: 0.344233
Wreck Depth 36 m
Water Depth 46 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GAVIOTTA
Type yacht
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 10, 1956
Original Detection Year 1956
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jun 28, 2007

Surveying Details

H3876/56 30.7.56 H3876/56 30.7.56 YACHT SANK IN 503417N, 002045E, OR 158DEGS, 10.5M FROM BEACHY HEAD. (LL, 10.6.56 & SS 'BELGRAVE'). CHART AS NDW. R/S. 1.2.73 1.2.73 NOW CHARTED AS USC 36MTRS. NC 536. H4959/73 4.4.75 H4959/73 4.4.75 NOT FOUND. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 55/74). H4121/76 9.8.76 H4121/76 9.8.76 NOT SEARCHED FOR MAY/JUNE 1976. (SOISS, HI 41/76). HH091/159/01 28.6.07 HH091/159/01 28.6.07 NOT LOCATED BY M/B AND MAGNETOMETER. POSSIBLE BURIED TARGET LOCATED IN 5034.290N, 0020.719E [WGD] USING DGPS. LEAST M/B DEPTH 46.71 IN GEN DEPTH 48MTRS. LENGTH 155MTRS, WIDTH 30MTRS, HT 1MTR. LIES 108/288 DEGS. NO MAGNETIC ANOMALY. (OSAE, HI 1159). CONSIDERED TO BE BOTTOM BEATURE. AMEND DEAD. BR STD.

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FAQ

Where is the GAVIOTTA wreck located?

The GAVIOTTA wreck is located at coordinates 50 34.32 N,0 20.654 E.

How deep is the GAVIOTTA and where exactly is it located?

The GAVIOTTA lies at a depth of about 36 meters and is located at coordinates 50 34.32 N,0 20.654 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GAVIOTTA?

The seabed around the GAVIOTTA lies at approximately 46 meters deep.

When did the GAVIOTTA sink?

The GAVIOTTA sank on Jun 10, 1956.

When was the wreck of the GAVIOTTA discovered?

The wreck of the GAVIOTTA was discovered in 1956.

What country did the GAVIOTTA belong to?

The GAVIOTTA belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the GAVIOTTA?

The GAVIOTTA is classified as a yacht.

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