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Mys Kapustnyy Lighthouse

Fl R 4s🇷🇺Kuril Islands, RUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mys Kapustnyy Lighthouse

Also known as: Mayak Kapustnyy

This concrete lighthouse features an octagonal tower standing 39 meters tall, painted with alternating red and white horizontal bands. Its light displays a red flash. The lighthouse is situated at the southwestern tip of Paramushir in the Kuril Islands. The operational structure has a geographic range of 5 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.R
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Kuril Islands
Country
🇷🇺RU
Latitude
50.0490°
Longitude
155.2266°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
39m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: White octagonal concrete tower, red banded; 39

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M8047
NGA No.
0326
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mys Kapustnyy Lighthouse at night?+
Mys Kapustnyy displays the characteristic Fl R 4s — 1 red 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Is Mys Kapustnyy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mys Kapustnyy 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 Mys Kapustnyy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mys Kapustnyy 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.