Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Ploskiy Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇷🇺Northern Pacific Coast, RUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ploskiy Lighthouse

The Ploskiy lighthouse is a 72-meter concrete structure with a white pyramidal tower. Its focal plane is 55 meters above sea level. The light emits a single quick yellow flash. This light has a geographic range of 5 nautical miles. The lighthouse complex includes a white truncated conical concrete tower and an associated hut.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Q.Y.
Focal Height
55m
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Northern Pacific Coast
Country
🇷🇺RU
Latitude
64.3004°
Longitude
-172.8354°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
72m
Tower Shape
pyramidal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White truncated conical concrete tower, hut; 72. Oil installations lie in area 4M NE

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M8192
NGA No.
15304
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Ploskiy Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near RU, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ploskiy Lighthouse at night?+
Ploskiy displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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.
Which ports and harbors does Ploskiy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ploskiy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Provideniya, Bukhta at 12.4 NM to the NW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ploskiy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ploskiy 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 Ploskiy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ploskiy 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.