Piper Airplane, wreck - Canary Islands

The Piper Airplane wreck off the Canaries is more than just a sunken plane; it’s a time capsule. We love how it rests perfectly upright, almost as if it just decided to land on the seafloor at 32 metres, propellers still intact. Dropping down, you feel that odd sense of quiet reverence you only get on a good wreck. It’s a fairly small aircraft, a twin-engine Piper Comanche, which makes for an intimate exploration. You can peek into the cockpit, imagine the last moments before it ditched. Our favourite part is the way local marine life has really made it home. Schools of glasseye fish shimmer inside the cabin, and we’ve spotted moray eels peeking from beneath the wings more times than we can count. For photographers, the way the light catches the metal through the clear Atlantic water creates some stunning shots, especially mid-morning. It's a straightforward dive, suitable for any intermediate diver comfortable at depth, and a real chance to connect with a little piece of history. Just watch your buoyancy as you explore the delicate structure.

Location
Canary Islands, Spain, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
27.770600, -15.714300
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
32m
Difficulty
Intermediate

Marine Protected Area: Franja marina de Mogán

Best Time to Dive in Canary Islands

The warmest water temperatures in Canary Islands occur in September, averaging 23.7°C. The coolest conditions are in March at 19.3°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 20.1°C
  • February: 19.5°C
  • March: 19.3°C
  • April: 19.8°C
  • May: 20.6°C
  • June: 21.8°C
  • July: 22.6°C
  • August: 23.1°C
  • September: 23.7°C
  • October: 23.5°C
  • November: 22.4°C
  • December: 21.3°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Canary Islands

Nearest Dive Centres to Piper Airplane, wreck

Marine Life in Canary Islands

Home to 80 recorded species including 50 reef fish, 9 whales & dolphins, 8 sharks & rays, 2 octopus & squid, 2 crabs & lobsters, 2 worms.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Piper Airplane, wreck

Based on average water temperature of 21.5°C, currents 7 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