Wake Island (UMAWK)

Also known as a US Minor Outlying Island, Wake Island is under the jurisdiction of the US Air Force and administered by the Commander, Wake Island Air Force Base. Wake Island consists of 3 separate islands, Wake, Wilkes and Peale, which form all but the NW side of an atoll enclosing a shallow lagoon, the NW side consists of a barrier reef which dries at LW and prevents entry into the lagoon. The islands attain an elevation of 6.0m.

Offshore max draught 7.0m.

Prohibited area: Wake Island, within a distance of 3nm seaward, constitutes a US Defensive Sea Area and entry is prohibited to foreign flag vessels without specific clearance. In emergencies, entry may be authorised by the local Commander.

Prevailing wind: E and NE'ly, with an average velocity of 10-13kts, typhoons and tropical storms occur.

Wake Island 19°18'N 166°38'E Restrictions: Prohibited area: Wake Island, within a distance of 3nm seaward, constitutes a US Defensive Sea Area and entry is prohibited to foreign flag vessels without specific clearance. In emergencies, entry may be authorised by the local Commander.

Vessel's ETA should be sent 48 hours prior to arrival.