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Contralmirante Villar Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇵🇪Perú, PEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Contralmirante Villar Lighthouse

The Contralmirante Villar Lighthouse features a white tower that reaches 57 meters in height. Its light emanates from a focal plane 77 meters above sea level. The station is operational and emits a white flash. The light has a geographic range of 18 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
77m
Geographic Range
18NM

Location

City
Perú
Country
🇵🇪PE
Latitude
-4.1082°
Longitude
-81.0571°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
57m
Tower Color
white

References & Identifiers

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Contralmirante Villar Lighthouse at night?+
Contralmirante Villar displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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 Contralmirante Villar Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Contralmirante Villar Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Los Organos at 5.8 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Cabo Blanco (13.6 NM SW), Punta Lobitos (24.3 NM SSW), Lobitos (24.6 NM SSW), Talara (30.5 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Contralmirante Villar Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Contralmirante Villar 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 Contralmirante Villar Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Contralmirante Villar 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.