Revella 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
Revella Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
36 9 N,5 20.3 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.150000
  • Longitude: -5.338333
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name REVELLA
Type yacht
Flag US
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 8, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 1975
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 11.12.75 YACHT, BROKEN UP AFTER BEACHING AT GIBRALTAR E BEACH. (LLOYDS VOL.222). POSN 360900N, 052018W FOR FILING ONLY. AMEND TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date May 22, 2002

Circumstances of loss

YACHT, ON PASSAGE FROM GIBRALTAR TO PORT JOSE BANUS. BELIEVED TO HAVE BEEN STRUCK BY A LARGE WAVE OFF EUROPA, CAUSING LEAKAGE, NECESSITATING THE OWNER TO BEACH. THE YACHT WAS BROKEN UP IN THE PROCESS OF PULLING THE CRAFT TO SHORE. CONSIDERED A TOTAL LOSS. (LLOYDS VOL.222).

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FAQ

Where is the REVELLA wreck located?

The REVELLA wreck is located at coordinates 36 9 N,5 20.3 W.

When did the REVELLA sink?

The REVELLA sank on Dec 8, 1975.

When was the wreck of the REVELLA discovered?

The wreck of the REVELLA was discovered in 1975.

What country did the REVELLA belong to?

The REVELLA belonged to US.

What type of wreck is the REVELLA?

The REVELLA is classified as a yacht.