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Madote Island Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇪🇷Eritrea, ERInactive

Location & Light Range

About Madote Island Lighthouse

This steel skeletal tower stands 43 meters tall with a pyramidal shape. Its distinctive black and white horizontal bands encircle the structure. The focal plane is 15 meters above sea level. The light emits a white flash every 5 seconds, with a geographic range of 9 nautical miles. Originally built with a white metal framework, the tower was later painted with its characteristic banding. It is a 43-meter high structure.

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
15m
Geographic Range
9NM

Location

City
Eritrea
Country
🇪🇷ER
Latitude
15.5802°
Longitude
39.7636°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
43m
Tower Shape
pyramidal
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
steel

Structure: White metal framework tower, black banded; 43

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D7295.018
NGA No.
30728
ARLHS No.
ERI-008
Wikidata
Q105641815 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Madote Island Lighthouse at night?+
Madote Island 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 Madote Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Madote Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Massawa (Mitsiwa) at 17.5 NM to the W. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Madote Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Madote Island Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Madote Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Madote Island 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.