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Gavutu F4F Wildcat (Wreck)
Silty aircraft wreck on a sandy bottom.
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Wreck
Boat-based wreck dive with slack-tide timing and low-silt control as the main planning concerns.
About Gavutu F4F Wildcat (Wreck)
Gavutu F4F Wildcat (Wreck) is a deep aircraft wreck on a sandy seabed that rewards disciplined buoyancy and a careful, low-silt approach. It is a short, technical wreck dive where the preserved airframe and the wreck shape matter more than long bottom time.
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Research Estimate At Gavutu F4F Wildcat (Wreck)
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 10m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
Crowd / PopularityVery quiet
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Gavutu F4F Wildcat (Wreck)?
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Gavutu F4F Wildcat (Wreck) Planning Details
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Reported Depth
42m+
Depth Note
The wreck lies upright on a sandy bottom at about 42 m.
Typical Conditions
Very silty with slack-tide windows and limited bottom time.
Safety & Access At Gavutu F4F Wildcat (Wreck)
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Low visibility
Safety Notes
Plan the dive for slack tide and keep a flat profile to avoid kicking up silt.
Access Restrictions
Best for advanced divers comfortable with deep wrecks and limited visibility.
Legal Notes
Treat the aircraft as a historic wreck and avoid touching the structure or artifacts.
Local Intel For Gavutu F4F Wildcat (Wreck)
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Scuba Diving
A deep aircraft-wreck dive with a narrow working window and poor tolerance for silt.
Gavutu F4F Wildcat (Wreck) Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Gavutu F4F Wildcat (Wreck)
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Gavutu F4F Wildcat (Wreck)
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Conditions
Avg. Visibility10m
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Gavutu F4F Wildcat (Wreck) Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Gavutu F4F Wildcat (Wreck) Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
warfarehistorynetwork.com · History Article
Historical article on the identification and significance of the wreck.
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