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Cayo Cachiboca Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇨🇺Cuba, CUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cayo Cachiboca Lighthouse

This steel skeletal tower stands 30 meters tall and was built in 1930. Its focal plane is 30 meters above sea level. The lighthouse displays a quick white flash every 15 seconds. It has a pyramidal shape and is painted white. The structure is situated on a pile foundation, and it is located on a cay near the southeastern end of the Jardines de la Reina.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Q.W.
Focal Height
34m
Geographic Range
6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1930

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J5077
NGA No.
13340
ARLHS No.
CUB-040
Wikidata
Q61668393 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
pyramidal
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Location

City
Cuba
Country
🇨🇺CU
Latitude
20.6804°
Longitude
-78.7501°

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Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cayo Cachiboca Lighthouse at night?+
Cayo Cachiboca displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash every 15 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.
Is Cayo Cachiboca Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cayo Cachiboca 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 Cayo Cachiboca Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cayo Cachiboca 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.