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Isla Grande Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇵🇦Panamá, PAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla Grande Lighthouse

The Isla Grande Lighthouse, built in 1894, stands 26 meters tall. Its light characteristic is a single white flash every 5 seconds. The focal height reaches 93 meters, providing a geographic range of 12 nautical miles. This operational lighthouse is situated in Panama.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 5s
Focal Height
93m
Geographic Range
12NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1894

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J6138
NGA No.
16628
Wikidata
Q60674287 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
26m

Location

City
Panamá
Country
🇵🇦PA
Latitude
9.6380°
Longitude
-79.5577°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla Grande Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Grande 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 Grande Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Grande Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Isla grande at 0.8 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Portobelo (8 NM SW), Bahía Las Minas (21.3 NM SW), Las Minas (22 NM SW), Colón (25.1 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Grande Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla Grande 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.
What shipping routes pass near Isla Grande Lighthouse?+
Isla Grande Lighthouse is located within the Panama Canal approach — the vital waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through Central America. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Isla Grande Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Grande 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.