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Ilhéu Dos Pássaros Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇬🇼Guinea-Bissau, GWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ilhéu Dos Pássaros Lighthouse

This white lighthouse stands 17 meters tall, with its focal plane at the same elevation. Its light characteristic is a simple white flash. The structure serves as a navigational aid in Guinea-Bissau.

Why it matters: The lighthouse offers a geographic range of 9 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
9NM

Location

City
Guinea-Bissau
Country
🇬🇼GW
Latitude
11.8209°
Longitude
-15.5900°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Color
white

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D3058
NGA No.
24524
Wikidata
Q54423584 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ilhéu Dos Pássaros Lighthouse at night?+
Ilhéu Dos Pássaros displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 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 Ilhéu Dos Pássaros Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ilhéu Dos Pássaros Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bissau at 2.2 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Bolama (16.1 NM SSE), Bubaque (34.3 NM SSW), Canjaja (36.6 NM NNE), Binta (39.2 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ilhéu Dos Pássaros Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ilhéu Dos Pássaros 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 Ilhéu Dos Pássaros Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ilhéu Dos Pássaros 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.