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Usta Burnu Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇹🇷Ayancık, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Usta Burnu Lighthouse

Also known as: Usta Burnu (Ayancık)

The Usta Burnu lighthouse, a concrete cylindrical tower standing 7 meters tall, was first lit in 2018. It displays a white flash every 5 seconds from a focal height of 27 meters. The tower is white with a narrow black horizontal band and has a barbell shape. This modern structure replaced an earlier light established in 1963. The lighthouse is situated on a cape near Çaylıoğlu, approximately 8 kilometers west of Ayancık.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the Çaylıoğlu cape, a significant navigational feature for vessels west of Ayancık.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
27m
Geographic Range
14.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2018

Significant events: Station established 1963, earlier light replaced by current tower in 2018

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ayancik(5.1 km)
Admiralty No.
N5811
NGA No.
19536

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a narrow black horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round barbell-shaped tower

Location

City
Ayancık
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Sinop
Sea Region
Located on a prominent cape at Çaylıoğlu, about 8 km west of Ayancık
Latitude
41.9727°
Longitude
34.4994°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Usta Burnu Lighthouse at night?+
Usta Burnu displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Usta Burnu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Usta Burnu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Ayancik at 4.4 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Sinop (28.8 NM E), Inebolu (32.5 NM W), Gerze (33 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Usta Burnu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Usta Burnu 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 Usta Burnu Lighthouse?+
Usta Burnu 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 Usta Burnu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Usta Burnu 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.