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Aliağa District Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇹🇷Aliağa, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Aliağa District Lighthouses Lighthouse

This concrete, cylindrical tower, erected in 1984, is located on Ilıca Burnu, about 9 km northwest of Aliağa. It stands 8 meters tall and is painted white with a narrow black horizontal band. At a focal height of 50 meters, the light displays a white flash every 5 seconds, with a geographic range of 18.7 nautical miles. This structure is situated near the Aliaga port.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks Ilıca Burnu, serving as a navigation aid for vessels approaching the Aliaga port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
50m
Geographic Range
18.7NM

Construction & History

Significant events: station established 1984

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Aliaga(2.9 km)
Admiralty No.
N4616.3
NGA No.
19822

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a narrow black horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, painted white with a narrow black horizontal band

Location

City
Aliağa
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Izmir
Sea Region
Ilıca Burnu (Aliağa), a prominent cape about 9 km (5.5 mi) northwest of Aliağa
Latitude
38.8244°
Longitude
26.8931°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Aliağa District Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Aliağa District Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Aliağa District Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Aliağa District Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Aliaga at 2.6 NM to the E. Other ports served include Nemrut Bay (3.5 NM S), Foça (11.5 NM SW), Dikili (14.8 NM N), Perama Geras Mytilinis (22.2 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Aliağa District Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Aliağa District Lighthouses Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Aliağa District Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Aliağa District Lighthouses Lighthouse is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Aliağa District Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Aliağa District Lighthouses Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.