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Baba Adası Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 5s🇹🇷Southern Turkey, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Baba Adası Lighthouse

This white metal framework tower, distinguished by red bands, stands 58 meters tall. Its focal height matches its structural height at 58 meters. The lighthouse emits a single white flash, visible for 9 nautical miles. The structure is built of metal and is operational. It is listed in the NGA list as number 20520 and by Admiralty as N5839.45.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
58m
Geographic Range
9NM

Location

City
Southern Turkey
Country
🇹🇷TR
Latitude
36.6930°
Longitude
28.6932°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
58m
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: White metal framework tower, red banded; 23. CAMBODIA-THAILAND

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N5839.45
NGA No.
20520
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Baba Adası Lighthouse at night?+
Baba Adası displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 5s — 2 white flashes every 5 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 Baba Adası Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Baba Adası Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gocek at 12.1 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Fethiye (20.1 NM E), Marmaris (21.8 NM WNW), Akçapinar (25 NM NW), Rhodes (26.8 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Baba Adası Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Baba Adası 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.
What shipping routes pass near Baba Adası Lighthouse?+
Baba Adası Lighthouse is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Baba Adası Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Baba Adası 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.