Bell P39 Airacobra (Wreck)
The Bell P39Q Airacobra fighter plane, believed to be one of two lost by the USAAF 68th Fighter Squadron during a raid on the Shortland Islands in 1943, was discovered in April 2011. Resting about 27m underwater on a sandy bottom, this mostly-intact wreck offers an intriguing diving experience.
Divers of advanced level can explore this site in the Solomon Islands, near Western. With a maximum depth of 26m and visibility reaching up to 19m, divers will have the opportunity to witness a variety of marine life. The wreck attracts schools of sweetlip, lionfish, coral trout, as well as thousands of baitfish and shrimp.
Experience the mysterious allure of this historic dive site, where the remnants of a P39Q Airacobra still captivate divers to this day. Dive into the depths of this intriguing underwater world and uncover the secrets of the past.
Divers of advanced level can explore this site in the Solomon Islands, near Western. With a maximum depth of 26m and visibility reaching up to 19m, divers will have the opportunity to witness a variety of marine life. The wreck attracts schools of sweetlip, lionfish, coral trout, as well as thousands of baitfish and shrimp.
Experience the mysterious allure of this historic dive site, where the remnants of a P39Q Airacobra still captivate divers to this day. Dive into the depths of this intriguing underwater world and uncover the secrets of the past.
Diving Conditions Score for Bell P39 Airacobra (Wreck)
7.4
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Bell P39 Airacobra (Wreck)
Depth
26m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Bell P39 Airacobra (Wreck)
Wave Height
0.74m
Wind Speed
9.6 m/s
Water Temp
28.9°C
Visibility
4km
Cloud Cover
96%
Wave Period
6.8s
Air Temperature
24.4°C
Precipitation
0.2 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Bell P39 Airacobra (Wreck)
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Dive Score Chart for Bell P39 Airacobra (Wreck)
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 8.11881962174941/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.82m, Wind 5.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 7.967058823529412/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Bell P39 Airacobra (Wreck): 06:00
Sunset at Bell P39 Airacobra (Wreck): 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Bell P39 Airacobra (Wreck) are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Best Overall
7:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.82m (7.05s), Wind: 5.7 m/s
Best Night
20:00Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.7m, Wind: 5.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Bell P39 Airacobra (Wreck)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Bell P39 Airacobra (Wreck)
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Bell P39 Airacobra (Wreck)
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.9/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Bell P39 Airacobra (Wreck)
May
Score: 10.0
July
Score: 10.0
June
Score: 9.9
Ideal Conditions for Bell P39 Airacobra (Wreck)
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
July
Visibility
13.3m / 43.6ft
October
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Bell P39 Airacobra (Wreck)
Bell P39 Airacobra (Wreck) follows southern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.0°C) and December the coldest (23.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 0.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in March with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). July is usually the driest month with 1.3mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during March to May, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026
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