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Ash Shu'Aybah Port Control Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇰🇼Kuwait, KWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ash Shu'Aybah Port Control Lighthouse

Ash Shu'Aybah Port Control is a 5-meter tall metal mast situated in Kuwait. This structure, identified by NGA list number 29252, emits a fixed white light. Its geographic range extends to 4 nautical miles. The mast is red and has a mast shape. The total structure height is 13.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
F
Geographic Range
4NM

Location

City
Kuwait
Country
🇰🇼KW
Latitude
29.0427°
Longitude
48.1663°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
mast
Tower Color
red
Material
metal

Structure: Metal mast; 13

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D7582.4
NGA No.
29252
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ash Shu'Aybah Port Control Lighthouse at night?+
Ash Shu'Aybah Port Control displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash every 15 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Ash Shu'Aybah Port Control Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ash Shu'Aybah Port Control Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shuaiba at 0.2 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Mina' al Ahmadi (1.4 NM N), Mina' 'Abd Allah (2.3 NM ESE), Fintas (7.9 NM NNW), As Salimiyah (18 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ash Shu'Aybah Port Control Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ash Shu'Aybah Port Control 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.
How can I track vessels near Ash Shu'Aybah Port Control Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ash Shu'Aybah Port Control 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.