Phantom Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Phantom Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
48 43.44 N,3 34.84 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 48.724000
  • Longitude: -3.580667
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PHANTOM
Type yacht
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 3, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 10.5.76 RAN AGROUND AT LOCQUEMEAU HARBOUR NEAR LANNION. (LL 6.5.76). NCA. 16.9.77 NOT LISTED IN FR WK RECORDS DTD 18.10.76. 22.8.84 NOT LISTED IN FR WK RECORDS 1984. AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jul 9, 2001

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL GROUNDED AT LOCQUEMEAU HARBOUR. THE CREW OF TWO, AN ENGLISHMAN AND A GERMAN, ESCAPED WITHOUT INJURY. THE GERMAN AND A FRENCHMAN LOST THEIR LIVES WHEN THEIR DINGY CAPSIZED WHILE INVESTIGATING WHETHER REFLOATING THE YACHT WAS POSSIBLE. (LL, VOL 224).

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FAQ

Where is the PHANTOM wreck located?

The PHANTOM wreck is located at coordinates 48 43.44 N,3 34.84 W.

When did the PHANTOM sink?

The PHANTOM sank on May 3, 1976.

When was the wreck of the PHANTOM discovered?

The wreck of the PHANTOM was discovered in 1976.

What country did the PHANTOM belong to?

The PHANTOM belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the PHANTOM?

The PHANTOM is classified as a yacht.