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North Channel Beacon Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇮🇳INOperational

Location & Light Range

About North Channel Beacon Lighthouse

The North Channel Beacon, located in Maharashtra, India, is a dark red, square skeletal tower made of concrete. It has a height of 8 meters and is positioned on an octagonal concrete pier. The focal height is 8 meters. The light characteristic is a red flash every 3 seconds (Fl R 3s), with a geographic range of 9.7 nautical miles. This operational navigation aid is found near Mumbai.

Why it matters: This beacon marks the North Channel, aiding vessels entering or leaving the port of Mumbai.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Maharashtra
Latitude
18.9260°
Longitude
72.8444°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mumbai(3.9 km)
Admiralty No.
F0532
NGA No.
27992

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
dark red
Material
concrete

Structure: square skeletal tower mounted on an octagonal concrete pier

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify North Channel Beacon Lighthouse at night?+
North Channel Beacon displays the characteristic Fl Red 3s. 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.
Which ports and harbors does North Channel Beacon Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
North Channel Beacon Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mumbai (ex Bombay) at 1.1 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Uran (5.7 NM ESE), Nhava Sheva (Jawaharlal Nehru) (6.1 NM ENE), Nhave (7.1 NM ENE), Karanja (7.9 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is North Channel Beacon Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, North Channel Beacon 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 North Channel Beacon Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near North Channel Beacon 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.