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Abington Reef Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 18s🇸🇩Sudan, SDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Abington Reef Lighthouse

Abington Reef is an operational aid to navigation in Sudan. Its focal height reaches 30 meters above sea level. The light displays two white flashes every 18 seconds. This characteristic is consistent for its operation.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 15 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 18s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
18s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 18s
Focal Height
30m
Geographic Range
15NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D7295.9
NGA No.
30608
Wikidata
Q105134381 →

Location

City
Sudan
Country
🇸🇩SD
Latitude
20.9000°
Longitude
37.4500°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Abington Reef Lighthouse at night?+
Abington Reef displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 18s — 2 white flashes every 18 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area.
Is Abington Reef Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Abington Reef Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Abington Reef Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Abington Reef Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.