Hence : a "deep water" investigation would deliver the "final solution" , the complication being that Nikumaroro is surrounded by shallow waters only . @ the northwestern shores the depth reaches 26 m only @ 0.4 nm , 740 m off the shoreline @ zero m . From this frontier the inclination increases , to reach the - 400 m level @ 1 nm , 1,800 m off coast . From the depth of 26 m the - 100 m level is first reached . This situation is similar for the entire island´s perimeter . If the AE/FN aircraft landed here on firm ground or on the beaches , it would be there until today´s day like the remnants of Norwich City , or , if drifted seawards , it can be easily located by plain diving from a small vessel , no intricacies needed .
Mr. Van Asten, we have been to the island. We have surveyed the underwater environment with divers, with remote operated vehicles, and with sonar. We have
published the results. Your characterization of the underwater environment, presented not as speculation but as fact (but without citing any source), is false.
Your repeated willingness to promulgate your demonstrably flawed opinions as fact is unethical, at odds with sound scientific practice, and violates the standards for participation in this forum. Henceforth, I will monitor your submissions to this forum and ask Marty to do the same. Opinions and observations that are supported by facts will be posted as always whether or not they agree with TIGHAR's hypothesis. Those that do not will be removed.