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Piper Airplane, wreck

Discover the captivating dive site in the depths of the water - the Piper Cherokee wreckage. This small passenger airplane met its unfortunate fate in 1996, sinking to a depth of 35m. Now, lying on its back, the remnants of the plane reveal fascinating glimpses of its engine, wheels, and a small section of the wing.

As you explore the debris, prepare to encounter an array of marine life. Moray eels and scorpionfishes have made this wreckage their home, adding an exciting touch to your diving experience. Around the wreck, keep an eye out for the majestic roncadores and snappers gracefully swimming by. On the sandy bottom, observe the graceful movements of rays and the elusive sand eels.

With a visibility of 17m and a maximum depth of 31m, this dive site offers a thrilling adventure for advanced and expert divers. Located near La Verga, Puerto Rico, Mogán, Las Palmas, Canary Islands, 35129, Spain, this underwater marvel is a must-visit destination for divers seeking a unique and exhilarating experience.

Explore the depths and uncover the secrets of the Piper Cherokee wreckage - a truly remarkable dive site waiting to be discovered.

Diving Conditions Score for Piper Airplane, wreck

7
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Piper Airplane, wreck

Depth

31m

Visibility

17m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Piper Airplane, wreck

Wave Height

0.52m

Wind Speed

5.1 m/s

Water Temp

21.9°C

Visibility

27.4km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

6.5s

Air Temperature

19.8°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Piper Airplane, wreck
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Dive Score Chart for Piper Airplane, wreck

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.736744827586207/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.6m, Wind 2.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 8.129847826086957/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Piper Airplane, wreck: 06:00
Sunset at Piper Airplane, wreck: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Piper Airplane, 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.

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Best Overall
6:00

Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.6m (5.8s), Wind: 2.3 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.6m, Wind: 3.3 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Piper Airplane, wreck
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Piper Airplane, 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 Piper Airplane, wreck

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.0/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Piper Airplane, wreck

January
Score: 9.1
February
Score: 9.0
November
Score: 8.9

Ideal Conditions for Piper Airplane, wreck

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

24.9°C / 76.8°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

16.4m / 53.8ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.0m / 3.3ft

November

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Piper Airplane, wreck

Piper Airplane, wreck shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.9°C) and January the coldest (14.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 1.0m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during November to January, 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 17, 2026

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