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Đảo Cống Range Front Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇻🇳VNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Đảo Cống Range Front Lighthouse

Also known as: Đảo Cống Range Front (Hải Phòng Approach A)

Đảo Cống Range Front, located 6 kilometers from Haiphong, emits a white flash every 4 seconds. This navigational aid helps guide vessels through the channels leading to Vietnam's northern port. Its function is to mark a safe path for ships entering the busy waterways. The light continues its operational role in supporting maritime traffic.

Why it matters: This range front light is essential for vessels approaching Haiphong, providing critical alignment for safe passage through complex channels and supporting heavy commercial traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Haiphong(6.0 km)
Admiralty No.
F3240.

Location

Country
🇻🇳VN
Latitude
20.8301°
Longitude
106.8853°

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Đảo Cống Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Đảo Cống Range Front displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Đảo Cống Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Đảo Cống Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nam Hai Dinh Vu Port at 2.1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Van Phong (2.1 NM SSW), Haiphong (6.4 NM W), Dinh Vu Terminal (7.9 NM WNW), Chua Ve Terminal (10.6 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Đảo Cống Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Đảo Cống Range Front 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 Đảo Cống Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Đảo Cống Range Front 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.