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Jazā'ir Şila Lighthouse

Fl White 12s🇸🇦SAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Jazā'ir Şila Lighthouse

Also known as: Jazā'ir Şila (Sila Islands)

Located on a reef in the northern Red Sea, Jazā'ir Şila is a concrete post with a gallery, standing on a concrete base. Its focal height reaches 15 meters, and it emits a white flash every 12 seconds, with a geographic range of 11.9 nautical miles. This aid to navigation is situated approximately 29.5 kilometers from the nearest port, Dhuba. Due to its offshore position, access to Jazā'ir Şila is solely by boat. The lighthouse serves to mark the reef upon which it stands, a hazard to vessels in the area.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns mariners of a reef in the northern Red Sea, an area that serves as a significant shipping lane.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dhuba(29.5 km)
Admiralty No.
D7298.33
NGA No.
30470

Location

Country
🇸🇦SA
Latitude
27.6524°
Longitude
35.2786°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Jazā'ir Şila Lighthouse at night?+
Jazā'ir Şila displays the characteristic Fl White 12s. 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 Jazā'ir Şila Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jazā'ir Şila Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Port of NEOM at 15.2 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Neom (15.3 NM ESE), Al Khuraibah (24.6 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jazā'ir Şila Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jazā'ir Şila 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 Jazā'ir Şila Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jazā'ir Şila 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.