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Hood Point Lighthouse

Q (2) W 8s🇵🇬Papua New Guinea (South Coast), PGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hood Point Lighthouse

This gray beacon stands on the south coast of Papua New Guinea. Its light emits two white flashes every 8 seconds from a focal height of 22 meters. The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. The structure itself is a simple gray beacon.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q (2) W 8s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 8s
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Papua New Guinea (South Coast)
Country
🇵🇬PG
Latitude
-10.1027°
Longitude
147.7269°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
gray

Structure: Gray beacon. PORT MORESBY:

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
K3457
NGA No.
26348
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hood Point Lighthouse at night?+
Hood Point displays the characteristic Q (2) W 8s — 2 white flashes every 8 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 Hood Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hood Point 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 Hood Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hood Point 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.