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Karaikal Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇮🇳INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Karaikal Range Rear Lighthouse

This steel post structure, standing 20 meters tall, functions as the rear light for the Karaikal Range. With a focal plane of 24 meters, it emits a white flash every five seconds. The light is located 490 meters west of its companion front light, near the port of Karaikal. This operational aid to navigation provides a geographic range of 14.1 nautical miles. The post structure is made of steel and is not open to the public.

Why it matters: Working in conjunction with its front light, this range system guides vessels along a safe channel, ensuring accurate course alignment for ships approaching the coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Location

Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Puducherry
Sea Region
located 490 m (0.3 mi) due west of the front light in Karaikal, India
Latitude
10.8391°
Longitude
79.8430°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
post
Material
steel

Structure: A 20m steel post structure with a focal plane of 24m.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Karaikal(0.5 km)
Admiralty No.
F0914.51.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Karaikal Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Karaikal Range Rear displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Karaikal Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Karaikal Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Karaikal at 0.9 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Nagappattinam (4.8 NM S), Cuddalore (48.3 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Karaikal Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Karaikal 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 Karaikal Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Karaikal 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.