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Southeast İstanbul Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇹🇷, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Southeast İstanbul Lighthouses Lighthouse

Southeast İstanbul Lighthouses Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in , TR. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 12 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl Red 5s. This characteristic is published in the relevant List of Lights and can be used by mariners to confirm their position relative to the coast. The light color is red, which may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Position: Southeast İstanbul Lighthouses Lighthouse is positioned at 40.8162°N, 29.2963°E in TR.

Geographic context: Southeast İstanbul Lighthouses Lighthouse is situated on the Mediterranean Sea, within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Nearby lighthouses in TR: Other lighthouses in the region include Adası, Ağva North Breakwater, Ağva South Breakwater, Ahırkapı, Akıncı Burnu. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

Tuzla

TRTUZ

1.1 NMN

Pendik

TRPEN

3.7 NMNW

Darica

TRDAR

4.8 NMSE

Gebze

TRGEB

5.1 NMSE

Kartal

TRKAR

5.7 NMNW

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
0 flashes
Interval
5s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
12m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
—
Country
🇹🇷TR
Latitude
40.8162°
Longitude
29.2963°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Southeast İstanbul Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Southeast İstanbul Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl Red 5s. 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 Southeast İstanbul Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Southeast İstanbul Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tuzla at 1.1 NM to the N. Other ports served include Pendik (3.7 NM NW), Darica (4.8 NM SE), Gebze (5.1 NM SE), Kartal (5.7 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Southeast İstanbul Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Southeast İstanbul Lighthouses 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.
What shipping routes pass near Southeast İstanbul Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Southeast İstanbul Lighthouses Lighthouse is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Southeast İstanbul Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Southeast İstanbul Lighthouses 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.