

Best for intermediate divers, 35m, boat entry, mild current.
The Piper Airplane wreck is a dedicated deep dive located 5,000 metres off the coast of Gran Canaria. Resting at a constant depth of 35 metres, this site requires boat access and is suitable for intermediate divers. The wreck presents an overhead environment with associated entanglement risks, necessitating precise buoyancy control. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 20 metres, with mild currents present. Water temperatures remain between 20 and 23 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Due to the depth, divers must manage decompression requirements and nitrogen narcosis carefully. Divers should exercise caution regarding potential hazards including decompression, deep water, and the overhead structure of the aircraft.
27.77060, -15.71430
Look at the sandy area around the wreck for angel sharks and butterfly rays.
The site is reached by a 50-minute boat sail from the harbor near Puerto Rico.
Recorded at this site
Depth
35m
Visibility
10-20m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
20-23°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
30 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
The wreck sits at a constant depth of 35 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the 35-metre depth and overhead environment.
Access to this site is by boat only, located 5,000 metres from the shore.
January, February, March, and April offer the most consistent conditions for diving the Piper Airplane.
Diving at Piper Airplane, wreck in Puerto Rico requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Piper Airplane, wreck in Puerto Rico. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 23°C.
The best months to visit Piper Airplane, wreck in Puerto Rico are January, February, March, and April. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Piper Airplane, wreck in Puerto Rico typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Piper Airplane, wreck in Puerto Rico typically ranges from 10 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.