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Baía De Traição Lighthouse

Fl W 6s🇧🇷Northeastern Brazil, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Baía De Traição Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands 12 meters tall with its focal plane at the same elevation. Its white tower houses a light that flashes white, visible for 12 nautical miles. The structure is made of reinforced concrete with a quadrangular shape. It was the second lighthouse built in the state of Paraíba. The lighthouse has undergone several modifications throughout its history, with updates recorded in 1927, 1947, 1970, 1972, and 1985. Its current location is a short distance from its original site.

Why it matters: This lighthouse has a geographic range of 12 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
12NM

Location

City
Northeastern Brazil
Country
🇧🇷BR
Latitude
-6.6765°
Longitude
-34.9324°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Color
white

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G0186
NGA No.
17888
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Baía De Traição Lighthouse at night?+
Baía De Traição displays the characteristic Fl W 6s — 1 white flash every 6 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 Baía De Traição Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Baía De Traição Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Cabedelo Pt / João Pessoa at 18.6 NM to the SSE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Baía De Traição Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Baía De Traição 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 Baía De Traição Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Baía De Traição 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.