Gavutu F4F Wildcat (Wreck)
About Gavutu F4F Wildcat (Wreck)
A WWII-era F4F Wildcat aircraft wreck lies on a sandy bottom at about 42 m. The propeller is missing and the engine cowling has fallen off, leaving recognizable structure to explore. The site is very silty, with trevally and snapper commonly seen around the wreck, and a resident painted crayfish near the starboard undercarriage. It’s described as best dived at slack tide.
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Gavutu F4F Wildcat (Wreck) Planning Details
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Reported Depth
42m+
Depth Note
The aircraft wreck is reported to lie on a sandy bottom at 42 m.
Typical Conditions
Very silty; recommended at slack tide.
Safety & Access At Gavutu F4F Wildcat (Wreck)
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Safety Notes
Plan the dive for slack tide and take care to avoid stirring up silt, as the site is described as very silty.
Local Intel For Gavutu F4F Wildcat (Wreck)
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Scuba
A deep aircraft-wreck dive at approximately 42 m, best timed for slack tide.
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