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Isla De Roatán Punta Oeste Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇭🇳Honduras, HNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla De Roatán Punta Oeste Lighthouse

The Isla De Roatán Punta Oeste is a 23-meter-tall, round metal tower painted white with red bands. It emits a white flashing light. This structure serves as a navigational aid in Honduras.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl
Geographic Range
19NM

Location

City
Honduras
Country
🇭🇳HN
Latitude
16.2671°
Longitude
-86.6016°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: White round metal tower, red banded

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J6008.2
NGA No.
J 6008.2
Wikidata
Q60287331 →
OpenStreetMap
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla De Roatán Punta Oeste Lighthouse at night?+
Isla De Roatán Punta Oeste 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 Isla De Roatán Punta Oeste Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla De Roatán Punta Oeste Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Roatán at 4.3 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Mahogany Bay (7.1 NM NE), UTILA (20.1 NM WSW), La Ceiba (29.9 NM SSW), Puerto Castilla (40 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla De Roatán Punta Oeste Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla De Roatán Punta Oeste 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 Isla De Roatán Punta Oeste Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla De Roatán Punta Oeste 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.