USS Oriskany
Essex-Class Aircraft Carrier
888ft. Long
Being sunk 20 miles off the coast of Pensacola in 210ft. off water
Flight deck is at a depth of 61ft.
Launched 1945
Sailed Western Pacific
Extensive Vietnam Tours
Flight deck and superstructure will be available to recreational divers!
Expected to generate $90MM in revenue from divers & anglers.
There continue's to remain 24 more Naval ships between 437-1,086ft. long that five coastal states are vying for.
FYI everybody!
This was in the Dallas Morning News this morning!
Edited by neoaquatica, 26 July 2004 - 02:51 PM.