潜点: B-17F Black Jack Bomber Wreck

关于 B-17F Black Jack Bomber Wreck

The B-17F Black Jack bomber wreck is a significant historical dive site located off a fringing reef near the remote village of Boga Boga, at the tip of Cape Vogel in Papua New Guinea. This particular B-17F, serial number 41-24521, was one of the earliest Flying Fortresses produced by Boeing for World War II. After successfully completing a bombing mission on Japanese airfields in Rabaul in July 1943, the plane encountered severe weather and engine malfunctions. Running critically low on fuel, the crew performed a controlled ditching near Boga Boga, overshooting the shallow reef and ultimately sinking to the seabed. The aircraft now rests nearly intact on a sandy bottom, at a depth of 50 meters (164 feet). Its preserved state and clear surrounding waters make it one of Papua New Guinea's premier aircraft wrecks. Divers can explore the recognizable airframe, which lies undisturbed in the deep. While the dive is considered straightforward in terms of navigation, its depth places it beyond typical recreational limits, demanding careful planning for decompression and bottom time. Being a significant artificial reef, the wreck attracts marine life, though specific species are not detailed in the available sources. The clear, blue waters often provide excellent visibility, allowing for a comprehensive view of the bomber. The site is a testament to wartime history, offering a unique opportunity to interact with a well-preserved piece of aviation heritage. Divers should be appropriately certified and prepared for deep diving protocols to ensure a safe experience.

潜点资料: B-17F Black Jack Bomber Wreck

深度

50–50 m

水流

中等

入水方式

仅船宿

等级

高级

潜水类型

沉船, 沉船

地区 / 港口

巴布亚新几内亚

坐标

9.3175° S, 149.3364° E

条件与水流

“黑杰克”轰炸机沉船点通常水质清澈湛蓝，能见度可达40米（130英尺）。这个潜点通常被认为路线直接，但其50米（164英尺）的深度意味着它超出了标准休闲潜水的限制。为确保安全，潜水员必须为减压要求做好准备，并精心管理自己的水底停留时间。虽然没有提供该潜点的具体水流信息，但巴布亚新几内亚的潜水点通常会经历多变的水况。考虑到其深度，建议你拥有进阶潜水证书和技术潜水经验。

潜B-17F Black Jack Bomber Wreck的船宿

这些船宿在部分行程中可能前往B-17F Black Jack Bomber Wreck，具体潜点取决于出发日期、天气与海况。

Febrina

巴布亚新几内亚

12 位客人22.25 m

$389/天

Oceania

巴布亚新几内亚

16 位客人27 m

$333/天