Redwing Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Redwing Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
37 22 N,9 55 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.366667
  • Longitude: 9.916667
Water Depth 55 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name REDWING
Type Safety/Rescue Vessel
Flag US
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 29, 1943
Bottom Texture Coral
Original Detection Year 1943
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source other
Surveying Details 1.7.78 SUNK IN 372200N, 095500E. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES, MED). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 10.2.00 POSSIBLY SAME WK AS THAT RECORDED IN 3722.250N, 0954.867E [SEE WK NO. 36832].
Last Amended Date Jan 3, 2018

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BELIEVED TO HAVE BEEN SUNK BY A MINE. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES, MED).

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FAQ

Where is the REDWING wreck located?

The REDWING wreck is located at coordinates 37 22 N,9 55 E.

How deep is the seabed around the REDWING?

The seabed around the REDWING lies at approximately 55 meters deep.

When did the REDWING sink?

The REDWING sank on Jun 29, 1943.

When was the wreck of the REDWING discovered?

The wreck of the REDWING was discovered in 1943.

What country did the REDWING belong to?

The REDWING belonged to US.

What type of wreck is the REDWING?

The REDWING is classified as a safety/rescue vessel.