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Mys Povorotnyy Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇷🇺RUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mys Povorotnyy Lighthouse

A square metal skeletal tower, standing 8 meters tall, marks Mys Povorotnyy. It is painted with red and white horizontal bands and emits a white flash every 4 seconds from a focal height of 181 meters. The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 32.2 nautical miles. It is located on a remote cape approximately 43 kilometers from the nearest port, Petropavlovsk. The current structure was erected around 1960, replacing a previous tower destroyed by an earthquake.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels of the headland, aiding navigation for ships traveling to and from Petropavlovsk.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
181m
Geographic Range
32.2NM

Location

Country
🇷🇺RU
Latitude
52.3054°
Longitude
158.5554°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
metal

Structure: square skeletal tower painted with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Petropavlovsk(43.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M8065
NGA No.
15442.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mys Povorotnyy Lighthouse at night?+
Mys Povorotnyy displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Mys Povorotnyy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mys Povorotnyy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy at 41.3 NM to the N. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mys Povorotnyy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mys Povorotnyy 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 Povorotnyy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mys Povorotnyy 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.