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Yelkenkaya Burnu Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇹🇷Northwestern Turkey, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Yelkenkaya Burnu Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white, octagonal metal tower that stands 20 meters tall. Its focal plane is also at 20 meters above sea level. The light produces a white flash. The structure itself is 43 units high, though the specific unit is not provided.

Why it matters: The lighthouse has a geographic range of 18 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
18NM

Location

City
Northwestern Turkey
Country
🇹🇷TR
Latitude
40.7557°
Longitude
29.3545°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: White octagonal metal tower; 43

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N4922
NGA No.
17284
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yelkenkaya Burnu Lighthouse at night?+
Yelkenkaya Burnu displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash every 15 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 Yelkenkaya Burnu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yelkenkaya Burnu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Darica at 0.8 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Gebze (1 NM E), TOPCULAR (5.3 NM SE), Tuzla (5.5 NM NNW), Yalova (6 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yelkenkaya Burnu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yelkenkaya 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 Yelkenkaya Burnu Lighthouse?+
Yelkenkaya 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 Yelkenkaya Burnu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yelkenkaya 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.