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Unveiling the Treasures Below: Discovering Aqaba’s Newest Wrecks

Aqaba, the only coastal city in Jordan, is on the northernmost tip of the Red Sea. The waters of the Gulf of Aqaba continue to captivate divers with its underwater mysteries. Deep Blue Dive Center invites you to embark on an unforgettable adventure as we introduce you to the two newest additions to Aqaba’s wreck diving scene: the Tristar Plane and the Underwater Military Museum. Join us as we dive into the depths and explore these fascinating sites, each carrying its own unique story and allure. Tristar Plane: A Flight to History The Tristar Plane, a once-soaring 400-seater jetliner, has found a new home beneath the waves of Aqaba. Sunk intentionally in 2019 as an addition to the area’s artificial reef system, this aircraft now offers divers a chance to witness the transformation of technology into marine habitat. The Tristar Plane beckons with its wings spread wide, providing a stunning underwater tableau and a backdrop for unforgettable photographs. Our experienced guides at Deep Blue Dive Center ensure your safety as you navigate through the aircraft’s compartments, where marine life has taken residence, turning it into an ecosystem teeming with vibrant activity. Underwater Military Museum: Commemorating History’s Depths Aqaba’s history as a strategic military hub is brought to life through the innovative Underwater Military Museum. This immersive site features a collection of 19 military vehicles and artifacts, carefully arranged in battle formation on the seabed to create an educational and thought-provoking experience. With the guidance of Deep Blue Dive Center, you’ll have the unique opportunity to… Read More »Unveiling the Treasures Below: Discovering Aqaba’s Newest Wrecks

The Freak Storm that Left the Hercules C130 a Real Wreck 1

The Freak Storm that Left the Hercules C130 a Real Wreck

On November 16, 2017, Aqaba created a new dive site and sunk an old Hercules C130 transport aircraft. It took a lot of preparation to prepare the plane for sinking and much coordination between the Royal Jordanian Navy, the Aqaba Port Corporation, and ASESA, the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority. They placed it 300m/984ft off the shore at a maximum depth of about 16 meters. King Abdullah II spearheaded this project to promote tourism and create an artificial reef for fish to inhabit. Some people are naturally skeptical about artificial reefs and wonder why people would want to put things like planes underwater. Because artificial reefs soon become a habitat for new marine life, they create popular destinations for divers. They also divert pressure away from heavily visited coral reefs. Too many divers in certain spots can eventually cause damage. So many believe that artificial reefs can create a win-win situation for the environment and the economy. And it was with this intent that Aqaba decided to sink the Hercules. They placed the plane in a location near the M42 Duster tank that was easily accessible from shore  or boat by divers and snorkelers. At that time, the plane was fully intact and quite a sight to behold underwater.  Photo: Torbjorn Gylleus / DYK – The Scandinavian Dive Site, used by permission Photo: Torbjorn Gylleus / DYK – The Scandinavian Dive Site, used by permission Hercules C130 2017 Photo: Torbjorn Gylleus, used by permission Photo: Torbjorn Gylleus, used by permission Photo: Torbjorn Gylleus, used by… Read More »The Freak Storm that Left the Hercules C130 a Real Wreck

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