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Gangseo District Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl W 4s🇰🇷Southern Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Gangseo District Lighthouses Lighthouse

The Gangseo District Lighthouse is a white, round concrete tower measuring 69 meters in height. Its light is positioned at a focal height of 50 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 4 seconds. Integrated into the structure are an AIS and a RACON, operating on 3 and 10 cm frequencies. This navigational aid is located in Southern Busan.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 4s
Focal Height
50m
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Southern Busan
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
34.9332°
Longitude
128.9732°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
69m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White round concrete tower; 69. AIS (MMSI No 994401595). RACON C(– • – •) 10 (3 & 10 cm)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4353
NGA No.
16775
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gangseo District Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Gangseo District Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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 Gangseo District Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gangseo District Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gamcheon/Busan at 9.1 NM to the N. Other ports served include Busan (10.6 NM NNE), Busan New Port (11.7 NM NW), South Busan (12.5 NM NE), Okpo/Geoje (13.1 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gangseo District Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gangseo District Lighthouses 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 Gangseo District Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Gangseo District Lighthouses Lighthouse is located within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Gangseo District Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gangseo District Lighthouses 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.