Diving the B-17 Bomber Wreck

Site Overview

B-17 Bomber Wreck is a wreck dive site in Corsica, France, reached from the base town of Calvi. The B-17 bomber is a WWII aircraft wreck in 12-25 m off Calvi, its wings and fuselage now an artificial reef. It is a photogenic, manageable-depth wreck for intermediate divers. The site reaches a maximum depth of 25 m with an average profile around 18 m and a shallow start near 12 m, which places it firmly in the intermediate category and means divers should hold at least an Advanced Open Water certification. Conditions are typical of the French coastal coast: visibility generally runs from 15 to 30 metres, the current is mild, and the water temperature ranges between 14 and 26 degrees Celsius with low surge exposure. The marine community is centred on Conger Eel, Two-banded Seabream, Common Octopus, Common Cuttlefish, Mediterranean Cardinalfish, Dusky Grouper, and the full species list is detailed below for divers planning a trip. B-17 Bomber Wreck is a strong representative of why Corsica diving is so highly regarded, blending the geology, history and biodiversity that define French underwater exploration. It pairs naturally with the other sites of the Corsica region for a varied holiday, and with the right thermal protection and, where relevant, the correct specialist training, it offers a memorable dive for photographers, naturalists and wreck or reef enthusiasts alike.