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Frying Pan Lighthouse

F W🇺🇸New York City, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Frying Pan Lighthouse

Frying Pan Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in New York City, US. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 40 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is F W. The light emits 1 flash per cycle. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern listed in nautical publications, allowing mariners to confirm their position. The light displays a white signal, the most common color for major coastal lights.

Position: Frying Pan Lighthouse is positioned at 40.7521°N, 74.0093°W, near New York City in US.

Geographic context: Frying Pan Lighthouse is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean, within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard of the United States. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Nearby lighthouses in US: Other lighthouses in the region include Abagadasset Point Range, Absecon, Admiralty Head Light, Ahukini Breakwater, Alameda County (Oakland Area) Lighthouses. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

Hoboken

USHBK

0.4 NMWSW

Croxton

USV7X

2.2 NMWSW

Jersey City

USJEC

2.4 NMSSW

Guttenberg

USGT6

2.4 NMNNE

Guttenberg

USGUG

2.5 NMN

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
F W
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
40m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
New York City
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
40.7521°
Longitude
-74.0093°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Frying Pan Lighthouse at night?+
Frying Pan displays the characteristic F W. 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 Frying Pan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Frying Pan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hoboken at 0.4 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Croxton (2.2 NM WSW), Jersey City (2.4 NM SSW), Guttenberg (2.4 NM NNE), Guttenberg (2.5 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Frying Pan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Frying Pan 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.
What shipping routes pass near Frying Pan Lighthouse?+
Frying Pan Lighthouse is located within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard of the United States. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Frying Pan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Frying Pan 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.