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Chân Mây Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇻🇳Chân Mây - Lăng Cô Commune, VNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Chân Mây Lighthouse

Also known as: Chân Mây (Mui Chon May Dong)

A cylindrical concrete tower, 14 meters in height and painted white with a red lantern, stands at Chân Mây. Its focal height reaches 54 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every five seconds, visible for nearly 20 nautical miles. The current structure was built in 2019, replacing the original lighthouse established in 2001. The earlier light was removed in 2020 after the new tower became operational.

Why it matters: The 2019 reconstruction reflects ongoing efforts to modernize navigational infrastructure in the region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
54m
Geographic Range
19.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2019
First Lit
2001

Significant events: station established 2001, new tower built 2019, original light removed 2020

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Da Nang(17.9 km)
Admiralty No.
F3212
NGA No.
20279

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white, lantern red
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Chân Mây - Lăng Cô Commune
Country
🇻🇳Vietnam
Region
Huế
Sea Region
a promontory about 20 km northwest of Lop An
Latitude
16.3383°
Longitude
108.0173°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Chân Mây Lighthouse at night?+
Chân Mây displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Chân Mây Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Chân Mây Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Chan May Port at 0.5 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Phú Bai (16.4 NM W), Tien Sa Terminal (17 NM SE), Hai Son (19 NM SE), Da Nang (19.1 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Chân Mây Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Chân Mây 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 Chân Mây Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Chân Mây 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.