BLENHEIM BOMBER - Comino

The Blenheim Bomber, just off Comino, is a classic Mediterranean wreck, sunk in 1941. We love how intact it is for a plane from that era; you can still clearly make out the wings, the engines, and the fuselage. Dropping down to 28 metres, the visibility here is usually excellent, letting you take in the whole scene as you descend. It’s not a huge wreck, but there are plenty of nooks and crannies to explore. Look inside the cockpit area – sometimes we’ve found scorpionfish tucked away there, blending in perfectly. The tail section is pretty broken up, but the main body is remarkably well preserved. Schools of damselfish often hover above the wings, shimmering in the sunlight that filters down. This site is brilliant for wreck enthusiasts who appreciate a bit of history with their dive, and it’s a comfortable depth for advanced open water divers. It doesn't have the current of some other Maltese sites, so you can really take your time.

Location
Comino, Malta, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
35.835335, 14.574667
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
28m

Wreck History - BLENHEIM BOMBER

Year Sunk
1941
Vessel Type
aircraft
Cause
engine failure

The Bristol Blenheim was a versatile light bomber that served the British Royal Air Force extensively during the early years of World War II. From the skies over Malta, these aircraft flew perilous missions, playing a vital role in the island's defence and Allied operations in the Mediterranean. This particular Blenheim bomber was returning from a mission in 1941 when it developed engine trouble. Unable to make it back to the airfield, the pilot was forced to skilfully ditch the aircraft in the sea. Miraculously, the entire crew survived the water landing and was rescued.

Today, the Blenheim Bomber is one of Malta’s most iconic and sought-after wreck dives. The aircraft rests upright on a sandy seabed, remarkably intact after more than 80 years underwater. Divers can clearly see the cockpit, the radial engines still in their cowlings, the wings, and the broken-off tail section lying nearby. It's a hauntingly beautiful sight, serving as an underwater memorial to the aircrews of WWII. The depth makes it an advanced dive, rewarding those who visit with an unforgettable glimpse into history, now decorated with sponges and home to a variety of marine life.

Marine Protected Area: It-Taqtiegħa u t-Taqtiegħa ta\' Delimara, limiti ta\' Marsaxlokk

Best Time to Dive in Comino

The warmest water temperatures in Comino occur in August, averaging 28.1°C. The coolest conditions are in March at 15.3°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 16.4°C
  • February: 15.5°C
  • March: 15.3°C
  • April: 16.2°C
  • May: 18.7°C
  • June: 22.9°C
  • July: 26.9°C
  • August: 28.1°C
  • September: 27.3°C
  • October: 24.9°C
  • November: 22.2°C
  • December: 19.3°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Comino

Nearest Dive Centres to BLENHEIM BOMBER

Marine Life in Comino

Home to 24 recorded species including 12 reef fish, 4 sharks & rays, 2 whales & dolphins, 2 seagrass & algae, 2 hard corals, 1 other.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for BLENHEIM BOMBER

Based on average water temperature of 21.1°C, currents 2 cm/s.

  • Wetsuit (3-5mm) - comfortable for 21°C water
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories