| Date | 21 January 1981 |
|---|---|
| Location | Thistle oil field, East Shetland Basin, North Sea, Scotland |
| Coordinates | 61°21′47″N 1°34′47″E / 61.36306°N 1.57972°E |
| Cause | bell umbilical fouled on SALM |
| Participants | Phil Robinson, Jim Tucker |
| Outcome | successful through-water transfer to rescue bell |
The Stena Seaspread diving accident occurred on 21 January 1981, when a diving bell containing two divers had its umbilical cord severed. Both divers were rescued.[1][2]
- ^ "Divers in Bell Rescue". Press and Journal (Scotland). 22 January 1981.
- ^ "Divers' dramatic plea". Press and Journal (Scotland). 23 January 1981.
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