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Boshnyakovo Lighthouse

Fl R 6s🇷🇺Sakhalin, RUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Boshnyakovo Lighthouse

This octagonal concrete tower, built in 1981, stands 56 meters tall and features red and white horizontal bands. Its geographic range is 14 nautical miles. The light emits a single long red flash on a 6-second cycle. The structure is located in Sakhalin, Russia.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
L.Fl.R
Geographic Range
14NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1981

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7707
NGA No.
0161

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
56m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: White octagonal concrete tower, red banded; 56

Location

City
Sakhalin
Country
🇷🇺RU
Latitude
49.6379°
Longitude
142.1547°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Boshnyakovo Lighthouse at night?+
Boshnyakovo displays the characteristic Fl R 6s — 1 red flash every 6 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Boshnyakovo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Boshnyakovo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Boshnyakovo at 0.4 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Novy Knin (11.1 NM NE), Lesogorsk (12.4 NM S), Shakhtersk (28.8 NM S), Uglegorsk (34.4 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Boshnyakovo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Boshnyakovo 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 Boshnyakovo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Boshnyakovo 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.