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Abu Ail Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 10s🇾🇪Yemen, YEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Abu Ail Lighthouse

This white, square tower stands 30 meters tall, with a focal height of 104 meters. Its light produces two white flashes every 10 seconds. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 13 nautical miles. It was temporarily extinguished in 2009. This structure is listed under NGA 30892 and Admiralty D7300.8.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is situated at the Bab el-Mandeb strait.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 10s
Focal Height
104m
Geographic Range
13NM

Location

City
Yemen
Country
🇾🇪YE
Latitude
14.0785°
Longitude
42.8145°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: White square building; 30. Temporarily extinguished (2009). BARIM (PERIM):

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D7300.8
NGA No.
30892
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Abu Ail Lighthouse at night?+
Abu Ail displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 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.
Which ports and harbors does Abu Ail Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Abu Ail Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Hodeidah at 46.2 NM to the N. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Abu Ail Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Abu Ail 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 Abu Ail Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Abu Ail 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.