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Mustang P51

4.0 — based on 22 community signals
4.2 12 especies 26 colaboradores

Mustang P51 is a wreck dive in France's Port-Cros National Marine Park, accessible year-round with consistent marine life sightings.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

🐢 MPA · Parc national de Port-Cros (ai… updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Intermedio
WreckMPABoatOnly

De un vistazo

Actividad
dive
Dificultad
intermediate
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
7.6 kn
Olas
0.82 m
Agua
22.8°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: N (22%)
Now: NNE (13°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.24m

Próxima: Baja a las 08:00 (-0.56m)

+-0.4 m-0.7 m
▼ 08:00 · -0.56m ▲ 15:00 · -0.48m ▼ 00:00 · -0.57m ▲ 01:00 · -0.56m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV5.15 · mod Aire PM2.55 · good 07:19 19:38
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 13.8 0.86 5 0mm
09-20 6.8 0.28 5 0mm
09-21 6.5 0.38 6 0mm
09-22 6.1 0.16 6 0mm
09-23 8.8 0.1 5 0mm
09-24 8.2 0.38 5 0mm
09-25 8.4 0.46 5 0mm

About this spot

Mustang P51 is a wreck dive located within the adjacent maritime zone of Parc national de Port-Cros, one of France's most protected marine areas. The site sits in a conservation zone that limits access but rewards divers with pristine conditions and rich marine communities. Year-round diving means you can plan a visit almost any time, though you should confirm local conditions and any permit requirements before heading out. The wreck itself attracts a diverse range of marine life, documented through 12 species observations from the diving community. This data-backed marine activity makes it a solid choice for divers interested in wreck exploration combined with wildlife viewing. The community has documented the site through video, giving you real footage to review before your trip. Because this dive sits within a national park's maritime adjacency zone, respect for local regulations is essential. Check with local dive operators or park authorities about access permits and seasonal restrictions. The protection status of the site reflects France's commitment to marine conservation, and divers play a role in maintaining that standard.

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Pecio

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/E/F · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 848km · ~195kg · €4

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Mustang P51?

Mustang P51 is diveable year-round. However, you should contact local dive operators or Parc national de Port-Cros authorities to confirm seasonal conditions, weather windows, and any access restrictions before booking.

What depth and difficulty level is this wreck?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not available for Mustang P51. Check with local operators who know the site well—they can advise on whether your certification level matches the dive and what conditions to expect.

What marine life will I see at Mustang P51?

The dive site has 12 documented species observations from the diving community. Expect wreck-associated fish and marine animals typical of the Mediterranean. Review community videos to see real sightings before your dive.

Do I need permits to dive Mustang P51?

Yes. Because Mustang P51 sits in Parc national de Port-Cros's adjacent maritime zone, you must confirm access rules and any required permits with the park authority or a local dive operator licensed to work in the area.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

Mio Palmo

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Centro de buceo

Ulysse Plongée

2.6 km
Centro de buceo

Ulysse Plongée

2.6 km
Centro de buceo
Horario: 08:30-12:00,14:00-18:00

Wing & Kite

3.3 km
Escuela de kite

Sentier marin archéologique d'Olbia

6 km
Centro de buceo

Sentier sous-marin

6.5 km
Centro de buceo

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

How a Single Bullet Could Bring Down a P 51 Mustang — The Deadly Flaw That Cost Hundreds of Pilots

WW2 Insights
💬 2 top comments
  • That thumbnail has a giant flying a P51 🤔

    @The_Real_Indiana_Joe · 👍 0
  • ALL fighters using water-cooled engines had the exact same problem! The Spitfire, the BF-109 the Hurrricane, etc could be stopped quickly with a cooing system hit. It is not a "Fatal Flaw" it is just a fact of engine design!

    @63DW89A · 👍 0

They Called His P-51 Dive “Suicide” — Then One Pass Obliterated 12 German Convoys | WW2 Patriots

WW2 Patriots
💬 2 top comments
  • AI slop

    @utoob7361 · 👍 0
  • AI BS

    @MrTahoeBob · 👍 0

Mustang P51 -Giens - 2015 05 24

guillaume brizard
wind peaks Mar-Nov-Jul, calmest Feb-Dec-Aug, dry Jan-Dec.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jun (100/100) Worst: Apr (0/100) Now: Sep (87/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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Sentier marin archéologique d'Olbia

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