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Obock Range Front Lighthouse

Fl W 2s🇩🇯Djibouti, DJInactive

Location & Light Range

About Obock Range Front Lighthouse

The Obock Range Front light has a focal height of 30 meters. Its light characteristic is a quick white flash. The geographic range of this light is 5 nautical miles. This light is not currently operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 2s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Q.W.
Focal Height
30m
Geographic Range
5NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D7274
NGA No.
30956
Wikidata
Q105645560 →

Location

City
Djibouti
Country
🇩🇯DJ
Latitude
11.9804°
Longitude
43.2955°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Obock Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Obock Range Front displays the characteristic Fl W 2s — 1 white flash every 2 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 Obock Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Obock Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Djibouti at 25.2 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Djibouti (25.7 NM SSW), TADJOURA (27.3 NM WSW), Damerjog (30.6 NM SSW), Perim Island (40.8 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Obock Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Obock Range Front 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.
What shipping routes pass near Obock Range Front Lighthouse?+
Obock Range Front Lighthouse is located within the Bab el-Mandeb Strait — the strategic passage connecting the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Obock Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Obock 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.