Wylo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Wylo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		18 38 S,178 30 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -18.633333
  • Longitude: 178.500000
Water Depth 27 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WYLO
Type yacht
Flag GB
Tonnage 5
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 3, 1977
Bottom Texture Coral
Original Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 11.8.77 SANK OFF SOLO LT, NORTH ASTROLABE REEF. (LL, 11.8.77). POSN 183800S, 1783000E APPROX FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 28, 2003

Circumstances of loss

11.8.77 EX-WOODEN AUXILIARY CUTTER REPORTED SUNK OFF SOLO LT, NORTH ASTROLABE REEF. (LL, 11.8.77).

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FAQ

Where is the WYLO wreck located?

The WYLO wreck is located at coordinates 18 38 S,178 30 E.

How deep is the seabed around the WYLO?

The seabed around the WYLO lies at approximately 27 meters deep.

When did the WYLO sink?

The WYLO sank on Aug 3, 1977.

When was the wreck of the WYLO discovered?

The wreck of the WYLO was discovered in 1977.

What country did the WYLO belong to?

The WYLO belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the WYLO?

The WYLO had a tonnage of 5 tons.

What type of wreck is the WYLO?

The WYLO is classified as a yacht.

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