Ornsay
Description : Designed by engineers Thomas and David Stevenson, Isle Ornsay Lighthouse was established on 10th November 1857. The light was automated in 1962 and further modernised in 1988, when mains electricity replaced the previous gas-powered light. The optical system now comprises a 300mm 11 inch acrylic lens focussing a 250-watt tungsten lamp.
Type:
Lighthouse
Type of Flashing:
Occulting (Occ)
Number of Flashes:
1
Light Color:
White / W
Interval of Flashing:
8s
Focal Height:
18m
Light Range:
15M
Location / Area / Island:
Scotland, Highlands
Year built:
1857
Operational:
Yes
Shape & Material
Cylinder / Stone
Color of Structure
White with Ochre trim
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| Vessel name | Distance | Bearing |
|---|---|---|
| HELEN RICE | 4.63 | 46 |
| BEINN SGRITHEALL | 4.84 | 102 |
| ALDO | 6.27 | 190 |
| SETTLER | 6.41 | 208 |
| GLENACHULISH | 6.57 | 38 |
| BEINN NIBHEIS | 7.87 | 6 |
| KRYSSHOLM | 7.95 | 6 |
| JAMIAIN BRD 120 | 7.99 | 13 |
| AILSA | 8.01 | 13 |
| BOW ROCK | 8.18 | 3 |
| AQUA VIKNES | 8.28 | 191 |
| LOCH FYNE | 8.3 | 191 |
| BEINN DEARG | 8.3 | 191 |
| LOCHNEVIS | 8.32 | 191 |
| JUST ENOUGH | 8.33 | 190 |
| BRIGHT RAY LH163 | 8.35 | 191 |
| PRIMROSE OB155 | 8.35 | 191 |
| MINCH HARVESTER | 8.36 | 191 |
| RNLI LIFEBOAT 17 26 | 8.38 | 191 |
| SOLAS NA MARA | 8.38 | 191 |
