Former Yap LORAN-C Transmitter

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Yap LORAN-C transmitter was a LORAN-C transmitter at Yap, Micronesia, of Grid 9970 at 9°32'46"N, 138°9'56" E (9°32′46″N, 138°9′56″E), . Yap LORAN-C transmitter had a transmission power of 4000 kilowatts, which is more than the most powerful broadcasting stations.

Yap LORAN-C transmitter used as antenna tower a 304.8 metre tall guyed mast. This mast collapsed during construction in 1964. In 1987 Yap LORAN-C transmitter was replaced by Barrigada LORAN-C transmitter on Guam. Afterwards the tower of Yap LORAN-C transmitter was dismantled.

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Coordinates:   9°32'46"N   138°9'55"E
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