SIR JOHN FRANKLIN

IMO 9781839MMSI 316039171Call sign VFAM

5.8 km W of Victoria, Canada

Last seen

48.4367° N, 123.4231° W

48.4367° N, 123.4231° W

Speed0.0kn
DestinationESQUIMALT

Voyage

Destination
ESQUIMALT
Speed
0.0 kn
Course
82°
Heading
0°
Position
48.4367° N, 123.4231° W
Last report
28 Oct 2026, 16:30 UTC
Nearest port
Victoria5.8 km W of the port

Particulars

IMO
9781839
MMSI
316039171
Call sign
VFAM
Length
64 m
Beam
16 m
Draught
6.0 m
Deadweight
900 t

Not broadcast: ETA.

About SIR JOHN FRANKLIN

SIR JOHN FRANKLIN (IMO 9781839, MMSI 316039171) is a search and rescue vessel registered in Canada. It is 64 m long and 16 m wide. Its most recent AIS position, received on 28 Oct 2026 at 16:30 UTC, placed it 5.8 km W of Victoria, Canada. The crew reported ESQUIMALT as the destination.

Frequently asked questions

Where is SIR JOHN FRANKLIN now?

SIR JOHN FRANKLIN was last reported 5.8 km W of Victoria, Canada on 28 Oct 2026 at 16:30 UTC.

What type of ship is SIR JOHN FRANKLIN?

SIR JOHN FRANKLIN is a search and rescue vessel. It is 64 m long and 16 m wide.

What is the IMO and MMSI number of SIR JOHN FRANKLIN?

The MMSI of SIR JOHN FRANKLIN is 316039171. Its IMO number is 9781839. Its call sign is VFAM.

What flag does SIR JOHN FRANKLIN fly?

SIR JOHN FRANKLIN sails under the flag of Canada (CA).

Where is SIR JOHN FRANKLIN going?

SIR JOHN FRANKLIN reported its destination as ESQUIMALT.

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