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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.
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 Diving
A guided wreck dive that works well for recreational profiles and historical interest.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; the wreck profile is better suited to scuba.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling may see surface life nearby, but the wreck itself is a scuba site.
Wildlife at H8K Japanese Sea Reconnaissance Plane
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At H8K Japanese Sea Reconnaissance Plane
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At H8K Japanese Sea Reconnaissance Plane
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
