Madame Rififi Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Madame rififi Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 54.537 N,5 21.06 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.908950
  • Longitude: -5.351000
Water Depth 58 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MADAME RIFIFI
Type yacht
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 11, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Apr 1, 2005

Surveying Details

H3160/69 20.9.82 H3160/69 20.9.82 SANK IN APPROX POSN 12M SE OF TATER-DU LTHO. (FALMOUTH MRCC SIG DTD 11.9.82). NCA. SMALL VESSEL. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. [ORIGINAL POSN QUOTED AS APPROX 505430N, 052100W]. 12.2.99 12.2.99 POSN AMENDED TO 4954.50N, 052100W TO AGREE APPROX POSN 12M SE OF TATER-DU LTHO. NCA. HH091/059/01 1.4.05 HH091/059/01 1.4.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 1059). AMEND DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

13.9.82 STRUCK UNDERWATER OBJECT IN APPROX POSN 12M SE OF TATER-DU LTHO WHILE EN ROUTE FALMOUTH TO PADSTOW AND SUBSEQUENTLY SANK. (LL, 13.9.82).

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FAQ

Where is the MADAME RIFIFI wreck located?

The MADAME RIFIFI wreck is located at coordinates 49 54.537 N,5 21.06 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MADAME RIFIFI?

The seabed around the MADAME RIFIFI lies at approximately 58 meters deep.

When did the MADAME RIFIFI sink?

The MADAME RIFIFI sank on Sep 11, 1982.

When was the wreck of the MADAME RIFIFI discovered?

The wreck of the MADAME RIFIFI was discovered in 1982.

What country did the MADAME RIFIFI belong to?

The MADAME RIFIFI belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the MADAME RIFIFI?

The MADAME RIFIFI is classified as a yacht.

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