2005-13 - Old Head of Kinsale

2005-13 - Old Head of Kinsale

Notices to Mariners

Old Head of Kinsale - Reduction in Light Range

13 - 2005

Issue Date: Friday 26 August 2005

Aid: Old Head of Kinsale Lighthouse

Area: Kinsale

The Commissioners of Irish Lights hereby give notice that on or about 7 October 2005 the existing light at Old Head of Kinsale Lighthouse (A5710) will be replaced by a new light with a reduced range.
The position, character, phasing, and range are set out below:
 
EXISTING LIGHT
Position: 51° 36.287' N 08° 32.018' W
Character: Fl (2) W 10s
Flash Period: fl 0.1, ec 1.6, fl 0.1, ec 8.2
Range: 25 Nautical Miles
 
NEW LIGHT
Position: 51° 36.287' N 08° 32.018' W
Character: Fl (2) W 10s
Flash Period: fl 0.1, ec 1.6, fl 0.1, ec 8.2
Range: 20 Nautical Miles


Radio Navigation Warnings will be issued when the above alteration takes place.
By Order, S. G. R. Ruttle, Chief Executive.