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Saipan dive-point directory labeling the wreck B-29 and explicitly identifying it as a Kawasaki H8K.
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H8K Japanese Sea Reconnaissance Plane
Shallow Saipan lagoon wreck with easy boat access.
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Wreck
Protected lagoon wreck with clear reference points, a shallow profile, and a strong historical identity.
About H8K Japanese Sea Reconnaissance Plane
H8K Japanese Sea Reconnaissance Plane is the shallow Saipan lagoon wreck long known as B-29, a boat dive over sand with a low-profile airframe, propellers, and scattered aircraft pieces inside protected water between Saipan and Managaha. It works well as a guided history dive with easy depth, clear reference points, and enough marine life to keep the wreck interesting without turning it into a deep or technical profile.
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Research Estimate At H8K Japanese Sea Reconnaissance Plane
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is H8K Japanese Sea Reconnaissance Plane?
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H8K Japanese Sea Reconnaissance Plane Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
9m - 15m
Depth Note
Shallow boat wreck in the Saipan lagoon, with the main airframe around 9-10m and sandy debris extending a little deeper.
Best Season
Year-round, with warm water and generally calm lagoon conditions.
Typical Conditions
Protected lagoon wreck with a sand bottom, aircraft pieces, and clear tropical water.
Safety & Access At H8K Japanese Sea Reconnaissance Plane
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat traffic
Safety Notes
Keep the dive guided and stay aware of boat traffic in the lagoon. This is a shallow wreck, but it is still a boat site inside an active harbor area.
Access Restrictions
Use a local boat operator and follow the lagoon navigation plan; the wreck sits within protected waters.
Legal Notes
Follow the Maritime Heritage Trail guidance and any local protected-water rules for the Saipan lagoon.
Local Intel For H8K Japanese Sea Reconnaissance Plane
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
A guided wreck dive that works well for recreational profiles and historical interest.
Freedive
Not a freedive-first site; the wreck profile is better suited to scuba.
Snorkel
Snorkeling may see surface life nearby, but the wreck itself is a scuba site.
H8K Japanese Sea Reconnaissance Plane Dive Conditions Planner
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Dive Spot Log Averages At H8K Japanese Sea Reconnaissance Plane
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Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
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H8K Japanese Sea Reconnaissance Plane Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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H8K Japanese Sea Reconnaissance Plane Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
mva.mymarianas.com · Official
Marianas Visitors Authority dive-spots page for the Saipan Maritime Heritage Trail and protected lagoon waters.
myscubadivinggearguide.com · Community
Independent Saipan dive guide with the H8K Emily entry, depth, conditions, and marine-life context.
warfarehistorynetwork.com · Community
Independent history article describing the H8K Emily as one of Saipan’s most visited dive sites and giving the 29-foot depth baseline.
www.fishguyzscuba.com · Operator
Operator dive-site list identifying H8K Emily as the lagoon wreck between Saipan and Managaha.
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