LORAN A-C Station Nantucket

LORAN A-C Station Nantucket was a United States Coast Guard navigation facility located on Nantucket Island, Massachusetts. Established during World War II, the station became a critical link in the Long Range Navigation (LORAN) system, aiding ships and aircraft in navigating the treacherous waters of the North Atlantic. Operating first with LORAN-A and later upgraded to LORAN-C technology, the station provided precise timing signals that contributed significantly to maritime and aviation safety. The Nantucket LORAN station remained active through the Cold War era, eventually closing in the late 20th century as satellite-based GPS navigation rendered the LORAN system obsolete.