Sue Lynn Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sue lynn Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
57 59.979 N,5 20.074 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.999650
  • Longitude: -5.334567
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SUE LYNN
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 12.2 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 19, 1990
Original Detection Year 1990
Last Detection Year 1990
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH272/350/01 4.9.90 HH272/350/01 4.9.90 CREW RESCUED FROM LIFERAFT IN 580900N, 054724W, APPROX. (STORNOWAY MRSC, TLX). INS AS USCPA 75MTRS. BR STD. H272/350/01 19.10.90 FURTHER INFORMATION INDICATES THAT VESSEL WAS SCUTTLED IN ABOUT 30MTRS OF WATER NEAR HORSE ISLAND, SUMMER ISLES. (STORNOWAY MRSC, TLX 3.10.90). DELETED. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED TAKING IN WATER. WAS ABANDONED BY CREW AND SANK. LATER ALLEGED TO HAVE BEEN SCUTTLED DELIBERATELY AS PART OF INSURANCE FRAUD.

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FAQ

Where is the SUE LYNN wreck located?

The SUE LYNN wreck is located at coordinates 57 59.979 N,5 20.074 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SUE LYNN?

The seabed around the SUE LYNN lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When did the SUE LYNN sink?

The SUE LYNN sank on Aug 19, 1990.

When was the wreck of the SUE LYNN discovered?

The wreck of the SUE LYNN was discovered in 1990.

What country did the SUE LYNN belong to?

The SUE LYNN belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the SUE LYNN?

The SUE LYNN is classified as a fishing vessel.