Sootica Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sootica Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 36.001 N,1 39.097 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.600017
  • Longitude: -1.651617
Water Depth 18 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SOOTICA
Type yacht
Flag GB
Length 10.1 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 18, 1985
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H4271/71 20.8.85 SANK IN APPROX POSN 553600N, 013900W. (TYNE-TEES MRSC). NCA YET. HH090/843/01 22.12.99 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 843). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA. SEP 2021/000090526 12.4.21 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2020). (MERITAITO, HI1591). NFA.
Last Amended Date Dec 22, 1999

Circumstances of loss

CAUGHT FIRE. ABANDONED BY CREW AND SANK DURING A SALVAGE ATTEMPT.

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FAQ

Where is the SOOTICA wreck located?

The SOOTICA wreck is located at coordinates 55 36.001 N,1 39.097 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SOOTICA?

The seabed around the SOOTICA lies at approximately 18 meters deep.

When did the SOOTICA sink?

The SOOTICA sank on Aug 18, 1985.

When was the wreck of the SOOTICA discovered?

The wreck of the SOOTICA was discovered in 1985.

What country did the SOOTICA belong to?

The SOOTICA belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the SOOTICA?

The SOOTICA is classified as a yacht.