Port of Afton

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About Port of Afton

Afton is a port located in Iowa, USA. It serves as a transshipment point for agricultural products.

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Classification

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Port

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Identification

UN/LOCODE
USAF5
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5

Region

Subdivision
US-IA
Latitude
41.0167°
Longitude
-94.1833°
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Afton?

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The approach to Afton is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Lake Panorama Lighthouse at 42.2 NM to the N. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Afton on?

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The Port of Afton is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in US. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Afton?

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You can track vessels near Afton (USAF5) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Afton?

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The Port of Afton is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USAF5 — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE USAF5 mean?

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The first two characters, US, are the ISO country code for US. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Afton?

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The Port of Afton operates in the UTC-5 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.