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Pacific Entrance Range Front Lighthouse

F Yellow🇵🇦Arraiján, PAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pacific Entrance Range Front Lighthouse

This range front light is situated at the southeast corner of a container terminal in Arraiján, Panamá Oeste, Panama. The station was first established in 1914. The present structure, a 20-meter tall square cylindrical skeletal tower constructed from steel, was built around 2017. It is marked with white vertical strip daymark panels and has a focal height of 20 meters. The light emits a yellow flash characteristic of F Y, visible for a geographic range of 13.2 nautical miles. The nearest port, Rodman, is 0.1 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This range front light aids navigation for vessels entering and exiting the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal, marking the harbour entrance in a busy shipping zone.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Yellow
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Yellow
Raw Code
F Y
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1914

Significant events: station established 1914, current structure built around 2017

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Rodman(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
G3200
NGA No.
0104
ARLHS No.
PAN-038
Wikidata
Q60746736 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white vertical strip daymark panels
Material
steel

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower

Location

City
Arraiján
Country
🇵🇦Panama
Region
Panamá Oeste
Sea Region
Located at the southeast corner of the container terminal at the Pacific Entrance in Panama.
Latitude
8.9551°
Longitude
-79.5743°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pacific Entrance Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Pacific Entrance Range Front displays the characteristic F Yellow. 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 yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Pacific Entrance Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pacific Entrance Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Rodman at 0.1 NM to the S. Other ports served include Balboa (0.6 NM ESE), Ancon (1.6 NM ENE), VERACRUZ (4.9 NM SW), Panamá, Ciudad de (5.4 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pacific Entrance Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pacific Entrance 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.
What shipping routes pass near Pacific Entrance Range Front Lighthouse?+
Pacific Entrance Range Front 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 Pacific Entrance Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pacific Entrance 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.