Slns A 516 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
Slns a 516 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		9 49.32 N,80 1.78 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 9.822000
  • Longitude: 80.029667
Water Depth 8 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SLNS A 516
Type auxiliary ship
Flag LK
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1994
Last Detection Year 2010
Original Source local port authority
Last Amended Date Oct 22, 2010

Surveying Details

HH506/400/01 1.11.94 HH506/400/01 1.11.94 WK OF 'A516' AND TUG 'DHEERA' IN 094912N, 800154E [KAN]. (SRI LANKA PORTS AUTHORITY, FAX DTD 26.10.94). INS AS ST WKS PA. - NM 3948/94. SEE [44664]. HH506/400/03 4.4.05 HH506/400/03 4.4.05 WK LIES IN 0949.31N, 8001.66E [KAN]. WK IS VISIBLE AND ADJACENT TO [44664]. (CDR JAYARATHAN, NHQ COLUMBO). AMEND ST WKS IN REVISED POSN. - NM 2103/05. HH506/400/03 4.4.05 HH506/400/03 4.4.05 WKS PA IN 0949.31N, 8001.66E [KAN]. (INDIAN NM 6/149/05). NCA. 22.10.10 SEP 2010/000175684 22.10.10 DELETED. (INDIAN NM 20/248/10). BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

16.7.1994 SUNK 16.7.1994 BY SUICIDE UNDERWATER ATTACKS.

General Comments

COVERS [44664]

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FAQ

Where is the SLNS A 516 wreck located?

The SLNS A 516 wreck is located at coordinates 9 49.32 N,80 1.78 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SLNS A 516?

The seabed around the SLNS A 516 lies at approximately 8 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the SLNS A 516 discovered?

The wreck of the SLNS A 516 was discovered in 1994.

What country did the SLNS A 516 belong to?

The SLNS A 516 belonged to LK.

What type of wreck is the SLNS A 516?

The SLNS A 516 is classified as a auxiliary ship.

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