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Phitti Creek Range Rear Lighthouse

Iso white 4s🇵🇰PKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Phitti Creek Range Rear Lighthouse

The Phitti Creek Range Rear light is a black metal pipe structure with a platform, standing 20 meters above sea level. It emits an isophase white light on a 6-second cycle. This rear range light, located northeast of Bundle Island, aids vessels navigating the Phitti Creek waterways toward Port Qasim. The structure has a geographic range of 13.2 nautical miles. While the site is accessible by boat, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This light is indispensable for ships accessing Port Qasim, providing critical guidance through the potentially hazardous Phitti Creek and supporting the safe transit of commercial vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso white 4s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
white
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Iso.W
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Location

Country
🇵🇰PK
Latitude
24.7337°
Longitude
67.1514°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Port Qasim(8.6 km)
Admiralty No.
D7763.11
NGA No.
28441.1

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
black
Material
metal

Structure: Black metal pipe, platform

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Phitti Creek Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Phitti Creek Range Rear displays the characteristic Iso 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 Phitti Creek Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Phitti Creek Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Pakistan International Container Terminal/Karachi at 9.6 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Qasim International Container Terminal/Karachi (9.6 NM WNW), AL-HAMD Container Terminal (10 NM WNW), Muhammad Bin Qasim/Karachi (10.4 NM ENE), Karachi (10.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Phitti Creek Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Phitti Creek 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 Phitti Creek Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Phitti Creek 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.