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Big Sand Cay Lighthouse

Fl W 2s🇹🇨Turks and Caicos Islands, TCInactive

Location & Light Range

About Big Sand Cay Lighthouse

The Big Sand Cay light has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. Its light characteristic is a single white flash every 2 seconds. The light is white. This aid is located in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 2s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 2s
Geographic Range
10NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J4818
NGA No.
12432

Location

City
Turks and Caicos Islands
Country
🇹🇨TC
Latitude
21.1937°
Longitude
-71.2465°

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Big Sand Cay Lighthouse at night?+
Big Sand Cay displays the characteristic Fl W 2s — 1 white flash every 2 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 Big Sand Cay Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Big Sand Cay Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Salt Cay at 7.9 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Grand Turk Island (15.1 NM NNE), Cockburn Harbour (23.7 NM NW), South Caicos (24.1 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Big Sand Cay Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Big Sand Cay Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Big Sand Cay Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Big Sand Cay 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.