Maia (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Maia (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
44 57.5 N,1 41 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 44.958333
  • Longitude: -1.683333
Water Depth 80 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MAIA (POSSIBLY)
Type sailing vessel
Flag FR
Tonnage 185
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 2, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Surveying Details H2474/19 WK SHOWN IN 455720N, 014200W ON FRENCH WK CHART 10105. BR STD. H2968/22 18.5.22 AMEND TO WK PA (1918) IN 445730N, 014100W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). BR STD. 20.2.87 NO LONGER SHOWN. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) AMENDED TO DEAD. NC 2664.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY SUBMARINE IN THE BAY OF BISCAY. (LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the MAIA (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The MAIA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 44 57.5 N,1 41 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MAIA (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the MAIA (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 80 meters deep.

When did the MAIA (POSSIBLY) sink?

The MAIA (POSSIBLY) sank on Oct 2, 1918.

When was the wreck of the MAIA (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the MAIA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1918.

What country did the MAIA (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The MAIA (POSSIBLY) belonged to FR.

What was the tonnage of the MAIA (POSSIBLY)?

The MAIA (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 185 tons.

What type of wreck is the MAIA (POSSIBLY)?

The MAIA (POSSIBLY) is classified as a sailing vessel.