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Cochin Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl White 20s🇮🇳Ernakulam, INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cochin Range Rear Lighthouse

This square skeletal steel tower stands 15 meters tall and displays red and white horizontal bands. Its focal height is also 15 meters. The light emits a single white flash every 20 seconds, visible for nearly 12 nautical miles. It is part of a navigational range system. The lighthouse is located in Ernakulam, Kerala, near the port of Kochi.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is part of a range system guiding vessels through Cochin's port, helping them maintain proper alignment in busy shipping lanes.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl W 20s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

City
Ernakulam
Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Kerala
Sea Region
waterfront south of Dunbar Hall Road, India
Latitude
9.9665°
Longitude
76.2814°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kochi(2.8 km)
Admiralty No.
F0702.1
NGA No.
27556
ARLHS No.
IND-083

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower

Visiting

Open to public
Yes

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cochin Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Cochin Range Rear displays the characteristic Fl White 20s. 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 Cochin Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cochin Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Kochi at 0.9 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Ernakulam (1 NM N), Alleppey (29.1 NM S), Uttan (37.1 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cochin Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cochin Range Rear 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 Cochin Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cochin Range Rear 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.