Grey Flamingo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Grey flamingo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 0.636 N,5 33.559 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.010600
  • Longitude: -5.559317
Water Depth 51 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GREY FLAMINGO
Type beam trawler
Flag GB
Length 18.3 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 24, 1989
Original Detection Year 1989
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Oct 27, 2016

Surveying Details

HH232/354/01 19.12.89 CAPSIZED IN 500036N, 053330W. (FALMOUTH CG MRCC, SIG DTD 24.11.89). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 4.12.89 AREA SEARCHED FOR 10 HOURS BY THV. WRECK NOT LOCATED. (MR DICKSON, MARINE ACCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS BRANCH, TELECOM 4.12.89). NCA YET. SEP 2016/000091765 27.10.16 NOT LOCATED IN M/B SURVEY. (MMT, HI 1500). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

1.12.89 CAPSIZED AND SANK WHEN HER FISHING GEAR BECAME ENTANGLED WITH THAT OF FV 'FOUR SISTERS'. (FISHING NEWS, 1.12.89).

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FAQ

Where is the GREY FLAMINGO wreck located?

The GREY FLAMINGO wreck is located at coordinates 50 0.636 N,5 33.559 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GREY FLAMINGO?

The seabed around the GREY FLAMINGO lies at approximately 51 meters deep.

When did the GREY FLAMINGO sink?

The GREY FLAMINGO sank on Nov 24, 1989.

When was the wreck of the GREY FLAMINGO discovered?

The wreck of the GREY FLAMINGO was discovered in 1989.

What country did the GREY FLAMINGO belong to?

The GREY FLAMINGO belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the GREY FLAMINGO?

The GREY FLAMINGO is classified as a beam trawler.

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