Notices to Mariners

Charlesfort Lighthouse - Increase in range of Navigational Light

02 - 2004

Issue Date: Friday 20 February 2004

Aid: Charlesfort Lighthouse

Area: SOUTH COAST OF IRELAND

The Commissioners of Irish Lights hereby give notice that on the 14th April 2004, or as soon thereafter as circumstances permit, the present light at Charlesfort Lighthouse (A5712) will be increased in range. The flash length will also be increased.

The position, character, flash length, and range of the existing and replacement lights are as follows:

EXISTING LIGHT
Position	51° 41.7' N 08° 29.9' W
Character	Fl WRG 5s
Flash Length	fl 0.6
Range       White	8 nautical miles
Red	5 nautical miles
Green	6 nautical miles
NEW REPLACEMENT LIGHT
Position	51° 41.7' N 08° 29.9' W
Character	Fl WRG 5s
Flash Length	fl 1.0
Range       White	9 nautical miles
Red	6 nautical miles
Green	7 nautical miles

All other details remain unchanged.
Radio Navigation Warnings will be issued when the above alteration takes place.

By Order, T. M. Boyd, Chief Executive.