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Ardley Island Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇫🇰Antarctica, FKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ardley Island Lighthouse

Ardley Island Lighthouse stands 6 meters tall with a focal height of 45 meters. It emits a white light that flashes once every 10 seconds. This navigational aid has a geographic range of 6 nautical miles. Its location is Antarctica.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
45m
Geographic Range
6NM

Location

City
Antarctica
Country
🇫🇰FK
Latitude
-62.2105°
Longitude
-58.9265°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G1388
NGA No.
2720
Wikidata
Q60176567 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ardley Island Lighthouse at night?+
Ardley Island displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash 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 Ardley Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ardley Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Escudero at 0.9 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Great Wall (1.2 NM WSW), Artigas (1.5 NM NNE), Bellingshausen (1.8 NM NNW), King Sejong (3.9 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ardley Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ardley Island 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 Ardley Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ardley Island 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.