Vr-Bfs Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Vr-bfs Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		25 10.1 N,54 15.05 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 25.168333
  • Longitude: 54.250833
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VR-BFS
Type helicopter
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 15, 1976
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 10.5.76 10.5.76 CRASHED NEAR MUBARRAZ ISLAND, 75KM FROM ABU DHABI. (LL, 6.5.76). POSN 251000N, 541500E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 14, 2000

Circumstances of loss

6.5.76 HELICOPTER PLUNGED INTO THE SEA 75KM FROM ABU DHABI, NEAR MUBARRAS ISLAND. AUGUSTA-BELL 206B TYPE HELICOPTER WAS OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY HELICOPTER RENTALS LTD. (LL, 6.5.76)

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FAQ

Where is the VR-BFS wreck located?

The VR-BFS wreck is located at coordinates 25 10.1 N,54 15.05 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VR-BFS?

The seabed around the VR-BFS lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the VR-BFS sink?

The VR-BFS sank on Apr 15, 1976.

When was the wreck of the VR-BFS discovered?

The wreck of the VR-BFS was discovered in 1976.

What type of wreck is the VR-BFS?

The VR-BFS is classified as a helicopter.

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