

Best for intermediate divers, 15-16m, boat entry, mild current.
The Emily Flying Boat is a Japanese Kawanishi H8K aircraft resting upright on a sandy bottom in Chuuk Lagoon. Situated at a depth of 15 to 16 metres, the wreck is accessible to intermediate divers. Visibility typically ranges from 15 to 20 metres, allowing for clear views of the fuselage and gun turrets. The airframe is covered in coral growth. Divers should be aware of sharp coral and significant entanglement hazards near gun blisters and open hatches. Access to this site is by boat only, with mild currents generally present. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, blue dragon, and various damselfish.
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Access is by boat only, so confirm operator availability and equipment rental locally before your trip. Stay well clear of the gun blisters and any open hatches if you are not trained for wreck penetration, as entanglement hazards inside are significant.
Boat dive in Chuuk Lagoon.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-16m
Visibility
15-20m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
25 min
Best Time
Year-round
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, blue dragon, coral grouper, Moorish idol, pink skunk anemonefish, map pufferfish, bluefin trevally, bicolor angelfish, soldierfish, rabbitfish, three-spot dascyllus, longfin baitfish, horse eye jack, and staghorn damsel.
The site is rated for intermediate divers due to the specific hazards associated with wreck diving, such as entanglement risks and sharp coral.
The wreck rests on a sandy bottom at a depth of 15 to 16 metres.
Access to the Emily Flying Boat is by boat only.
Water temperatures are consistent throughout the year, ranging from 29C to 30C.
Diving at Emily Flying Boat in Weno requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Emily Flying Boat in Weno. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Emily Flying Boat in Weno are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.