Papillon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Papillon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 45.93 N,21 27.793 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.765500
  • Longitude: 21.463217
Water Depth 2010 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name PAPILLON
Type yacht
Flag PA
Tonnage 125
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 6, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 12.4.77 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 364600N, 212800E. (LLOYDS VOL.228). NCA, TOO DEEP TO CHART. 22.4.87 NDW SHOWN IN 364600N, 212750E ON GREEK 22 [1986 EDN]. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 9, 2018

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, SANK FOLLOWING A FIRE. TWO CREW, ENGINEER RESCUED, MASTER MISSING. (LLOYDS VOL.228).

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FAQ

Where is the PAPILLON wreck located?

The PAPILLON wreck is located at coordinates 36 45.93 N,21 27.793 E.

How deep is the seabed around the PAPILLON?

The seabed around the PAPILLON lies at approximately 2010 meters deep.

When did the PAPILLON sink?

The PAPILLON sank on Apr 6, 1977.

When was the wreck of the PAPILLON discovered?

The wreck of the PAPILLON was discovered in 1977.

What country did the PAPILLON belong to?

The PAPILLON belonged to PA.

What was the tonnage of the PAPILLON?

The PAPILLON had a tonnage of 125 tons.

What type of wreck is the PAPILLON?

The PAPILLON is classified as a yacht.

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