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Jask County (Strait of Hormuz Approach) Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇮🇷IROperational

Location & Light Range

About Jask County (Strait of Hormuz Approach) Lighthouses Lighthouse

This lighthouse is a 20-meter tall square skeletal tower constructed of metal and painted red. It stands 32 meters above sea level, emitting a white flash every 15 seconds, with a geographic range of 15.7 nautical miles. The station was established in 1914. Its current operational status is listed as true, though its specific condition has been noted as unknown. The tower is situated 1.4 kilometers from the nearest port, Jask, on the eastern side of the Strait of Hormuz.

Why it matters: This navigational aid warns vessels approaching a sharp promontory at the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway connecting the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
32m
Geographic Range
15.7NM

Location

Country
🇮🇷IR
Latitude
25.6364°
Longitude
57.7637°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
metal

Structure: square skeletal tower, painted red

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Jask(1.4 km)
Admiralty No.
D7713
NGA No.
28540
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Jask County (Strait of Hormuz Approach) Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Jask County (Strait of Hormuz Approach) Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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 Jask County (Strait of Hormuz Approach) Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jask County (Strait of Hormuz Approach) Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is JASK at 0.9 NM to the NNE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jask County (Strait of Hormuz Approach) Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jask County (Strait of Hormuz Approach) 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 Jask County (Strait of Hormuz Approach) Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Jask County (Strait of Hormuz Approach) Lighthouses Lighthouse is located within the Strait of Hormuz — the critical chokepoint for global oil transport from the Persian Gulf. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Jask County (Strait of Hormuz Approach) Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jask County (Strait of Hormuz Approach) 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.