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Jake SeaPlane

Dropping onto the Jake SeaPlane wreck, you're immediately struck by the sheer lack of fuss. It's a bomber, an Aichi E13A "Jake" reconnaissance seaplane, resting upright in about 15 metres. No dramatic canyons here, just open water and the plane. We love the way the light filters down, illuminating the cockpit and the engine, still mostly intact. It feels like stepping back into a very specific moment in history. The plane itself is a magnet for the smaller stuff. We've spent ages just watching the Pink Squirrelfish dart in and out of the fuselage, while the Onelined wrasse pick over the coral growth. Keep an eye out for those Bearded Flathead Gobies, they're masters of camouflage on the wing. You can swim through the cockpit, which is a tight squeeze but worth it for the sense of being inside. Our favourite part? The way the soft corals have started to colonise the propeller blades, turning them into these vibrant, swaying sculptures. It's a mellow dive, perfect for photographers or anyone who appreciates a bit of quiet contemplation with their history.