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Chennai Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇮🇳Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Chennai Lighthouse

The Chennai Lighthouse features a distinctive white triangular tower marked with red bands. This structure reaches a height of 45.72 meters, with its focal plane situated 57 meters above sea level. Its light produces two white flashes repeated every 10 seconds, providing a geographic range of 28 nautical miles. The lighthouse is also equipped with AIS and a RACON for identification and navigation assistance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 10s
Focal Height
57m
Geographic Range
28NM

Location

City
Tamil Nadu and Puducherry
Country
🇮🇳IN
Latitude
13.0395°
Longitude
80.2794°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
45.72m
Tower Shape
triangular
Tower Color
white and red

Structure: White triangular tower, red bands; 151. AIS (MMSI No 004194425). RACON K(– • –)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F0936
NGA No.
27072
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q6546309 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Chennai Lighthouse at night?+
Chennai displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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 Chennai Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Chennai Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Chennai (ex Madras) at 4.2 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Ennore (13.9 NM NNE), Kattupalli (16.5 NM NNE), Kattupalli Port (16.8 NM NNE), Attur (26.6 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Chennai Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Chennai 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 Chennai Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Chennai 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.