Operator page for depth, aircraft identity, and marine-life context.
Deep south Oahu WWII aircraft wreck dive with clear iconic shape.
Deep south Oahu WWII aircraft wreck dive with clear iconic shape.
Corsair is one of south Oahu's signature deep aircraft wreck dives, centered on a WWII fighter resting upright on the sand with enough preserved shape to make the silhouette instantly recognizable underwater. Divers come here for the wreck itself, but the site also works as a clean deep-water reef-and-sand dive where rays, turtles, and pelagic visitors can appear around the plane while the open bottom keeps the profile simple to read. This is an advanced boat dive rather than a casual wreck stop. The depth, occasional current, and the need for disciplined descent and ascent planning matter more than route complexity, so Corsair is best on calm days when visibility is good enough to enjoy the aircraft without rushing the dive.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
35m
Depth Note
Wreck depth given as about 35 m (115 ft).
Best Season
Corsair can be dived year-round when south Oahu sea state is calm enough for comfortable boat access and good visibility.
Typical Conditions
Expect a deep offshore aircraft wreck on sand with generally open surroundings, decent visibility on good days, and enough current that the descent and ascent deserve attention.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Strong currents; recommended for advanced divers.
Access Restrictions
Corsair is normally dived by boat from Honolulu or nearby south Oahu operators rather than by shore entry.
Legal Notes
Do not disturb the aircraft remains or attached marine growth, and treat the wreck as a historic artifact rather than a contact site.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Advanced-level wreck dive at roughly 35 m, with strong currents.
Freediving
Corsair is not a practical casual freedive target because the wreck sits at deep scuba depth.
Snorkeling
Corsair is not a snorkel site; the wreck lies far too deep for surface viewing.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Operator page for depth, aircraft identity, and marine-life context.
Local operator page supporting boat access and advanced-dive framing.
Wreck roundup supporting Corsair as a major Oahu aircraft wreck.
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