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.