Corsair Wreck - Hawaii

The Corsair Wreck off Oahu is one of those dives that just feels right. This old F4U Corsair plane, sitting upright at around 35 metres, is surprisingly intact for something that’s been down there since 1946. We love how it’s settled into the sand, still recognisable with its wings and cockpit, though the engines are long gone. Dropping down, you feel the depth, the slight chill that comes with it, but then the wreck looms into view, its metal fuselage now a dark, craggy home for all sorts of reef fish. You'll see schools of snapper hovering above the wing, and we've spotted white-tip reef sharks cruising the perimeter more than once. The ambient light at that depth, filtering through the water, gives the whole scene a really atmospheric, almost reverent feel. It's a dive that suits experienced divers comfortable with deeper profiles and those who appreciate a bit of history beneath the waves. Go on a calm morning; less current makes for a much more relaxed exploration.

Location
Hawaii, United States, North America
Coordinates
21.254284, -157.730830
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: Hanauma Bay Marine Life Conservation District

Best Time to Dive in Hawaii

The warmest water temperatures in Hawaii occur in September, averaging 29.0°C. The coolest conditions are in March at 25.6°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 26.2°C
  • February: 25.7°C
  • March: 25.6°C
  • April: 26.0°C
  • May: 26.8°C
  • June: 27.6°C
  • July: 27.9°C
  • August: 28.5°C
  • September: 29.0°C
  • October: 28.6°C
  • November: 27.9°C
  • December: 27.2°C

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Marine Life in Hawaii

Home to 23 recorded species including 17 reef fish, 3 other, 2 sharks & rays, 1 whales & dolphins.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Corsair Wreck

Based on average water temperature of 27.2°C, currents 9 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 27°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • 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