The ex-USS Kittiwake is shortly to
become Cayman’s newest dive attraction and artificial reef. She is due to begin
the final leg of her journey toward Cayman in the near future.
The tow route will be along the
eastern seaboard of the US from Norfolk, Virginia to southern Florida in the
Key West region, where the Kittiwake will exit US waters into international
waters. From Key West, the Kittiwake will be towed along normal shipping lanes
around the western side of Cuba (Cape San Antonio area) to the west side of
Grand Cayman (Port of George Town) over an approximate distance of 1,400
Nautical miles. The tow is expected to take 7 to 9 days at an average towing
speed of 8 knots, weather permitting.
Current status:
Currently the Kittiwake is ready to begin its journey.
We will update this site with
further information on an ongoing basis.
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