Tabilai Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Tabilai Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		17 15.417 S,178 47.6 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -17.256950
  • Longitude: -178.793333
Wreck Depth 37 m
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TABILAI
Type landing craft
Flag FJ
Length 38.4 m
Tonnage 292
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo machinery and mechanical parts
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 31, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Jan 23, 2013

Surveying Details

12.9.77 VESSEL REPORTED CAPSIZED & SUNK AT THIKOMBIA IN 171500S, 1784700W APPROX. (R W J ILES, LTR DTD 6.9.77). NCA YET. H4350/77 28.9.77 REPORTED TO HAVE SUNK IN 171525S, 1784736W AND WRECKAGE COMPRISING 'D8' & 'D6' EARTHMOVING EQUIPMENT IN POSN 171700S, 1784800W APPROX. SALVAGE CONSIDERED A POSSIBILITY. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA YET. SEE ALSO [48344]. H4350/77 23.11.77 BEYOND ECONOMIC RECOVERY. (LL, 22.11.77). NCA. H4350/77 8.12.77 WK USC 20FMS IN 171525S, 1784736W. (R W J ILES, LTR DTD 16.11.77). BR STD. 23.1.13 NOT SHOWN ON BA 440 [2005 EDN].

Circumstances of loss

CAPSIZED AND SANK AT THIKOMBIA-I-LAU, EXPLORING ISLES, LAU GROUP, FIJI.

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FAQ

Where is the TABILAI wreck located?

The TABILAI wreck is located at coordinates 17 15.417 S,178 47.6 W.

How deep is the TABILAI and where exactly is it located?

The TABILAI lies at a depth of about 37 meters and is located at coordinates 17 15.417 S,178 47.6 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TABILAI?

The seabed around the TABILAI lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the TABILAI sink?

The TABILAI sank on Aug 31, 1977.

When was the wreck of the TABILAI discovered?

The wreck of the TABILAI was discovered in 1977.

What country did the TABILAI belong to?

The TABILAI belonged to FJ.

What cargo was the TABILAI carrying?

The TABILAI was carrying machinery and mechanical parts.

What was the tonnage of the TABILAI?

The TABILAI had a tonnage of 292 tons.

What type of wreck is the TABILAI?

The TABILAI is classified as a landing craft.

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