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Cabeça Da Cobra Lighthouse

Fl W 4s🇦🇴Angola, AOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cabeça Da Cobra Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white, square tower standing 4 meters tall, with a focal height of 42 meters. The structure also includes an attached dwelling. Its light emits a single white flash every 4 seconds, visible for 19 nautical miles. This facility is operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 4s
Focal Height
42m
Geographic Range
19NM

Location

City
Angola
Country
🇦🇴AO
Latitude
-6.5481°
Longitude
12.5034°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: White square tower, dwelling; 4 3

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D5003
NGA No.
25556
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cabeça Da Cobra Lighthouse at night?+
Cabeça Da Cobra displays the characteristic Fl W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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 Cabeça Da Cobra Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cabeça Da Cobra Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Soyo-Quinfuquena Terminal at 21.9 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Essungo Terminal (23.9 NM WNW), Palanca Terminal (26.1 NM SSW), Lombo Terminal (27.7 NM SSW), Soyo (27.8 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cabeça Da Cobra Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cabeça Da Cobra 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 Cabeça Da Cobra Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cabeça Da Cobra 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.