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Wreck description, dive type, and marine-life profile.
Local operator required
Local club briefing is important because this is a deep wreck with site-specific conditions and certification expectations.
Boat-accessed Mediterranean wreck near Le Lavandou, best for advanced divers who want a deep aircraft site with local club support.
About Hellcat
Hellcat is a deep WWII aircraft wreck off the Var coast near the Îles d'Hyères. The plane lies flat on a sandy seabed among rocks, with the cockpit open and the wings still easy to read, so the dive feels like a compact aircraft shape rather than a scattered debris field. It suits experienced wreck divers who want a clearly structured target and are comfortable planning a deep boat drop with a local club.
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Research Estimate At Hellcat
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentLight current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Hellcat?
Community sourced coordinates.
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Hellcat Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
55m - 57m
Depth Note
The tourist office lists the wreck between 55 and 57 m.
Best Season
year-round
Typical Conditions
Deep boat wreck with generally mild current, workable visibility, and a preference for settled weather and disciplined depth management.
Safety & Access At Hellcat
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Treat Hellcat as a deep wreck dive. Stay inside the planned profile, keep your buoyancy tight, and use the local briefing to manage bottom time and ascent.
Access Restrictions
Boat access and deep certification apply; check with a local club before planning the dive.
Legal Notes
Follow the club briefing and any site-specific restrictions before entering the water.
Local Intel For Hellcat
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Advanced wreck dive on a preserved aircraft with clear structure and marine growth on the wreck.
Freediving
Not suitable for freediving; the wreck is too deep and requires scuba planning.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site; the wreck sits too deep for meaningful surface viewing.
Wildlife at Hellcat
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Hellcat
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Hellcat
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
