Sansonnet Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sansonnet Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		60 47.299 N,0 16.96 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.788317
  • Longitude: -0.282667
Water Depth 124 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SANSONNET
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 212
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 3, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 7.8.72 ATTACKED AND BOMBED BY AIRCRAFT 18 MILES E BY S OF MUCKLE FLUGGA. (WW2SL). POSN APPROX 604720N, 001650W. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

ATTACKED AND BOMBED BY AIRCRAFT. (WW2SL).

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FAQ

Where is the SANSONNET wreck located?

The SANSONNET wreck is located at coordinates 60 47.299 N,0 16.96 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SANSONNET?

The seabed around the SANSONNET lies at approximately 124 meters deep.

When did the SANSONNET sink?

The SANSONNET sank on Apr 3, 1940.

When was the wreck of the SANSONNET discovered?

The wreck of the SANSONNET was discovered in 1940.

What country did the SANSONNET belong to?

The SANSONNET belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SANSONNET?

The SANSONNET had a tonnage of 212 tons.

What type of wreck is the SANSONNET?

The SANSONNET is classified as a trawler.

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