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Pildo Lighthouse

Fl W 4s🇰🇷Tongyeong Area, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Pildo Lighthouse

This round concrete structure, painted white, serves as a control tower. It stands 13 meters above the water. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 4 seconds. Its light is visible for a geographic range of 8 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 4s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
8NM

Location

City
Tongyeong Area
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
34.8530°
Longitude
128.3402°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: Control tower. Aero light

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4323
NGA No.
16952
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pildo Lighthouse at night?+
Pildo displays the characteristic Fl W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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 Pildo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pildo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tongyeong at 4 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Junghwa (4.4 NM SSE), GOSEONG (6 NM N), Anjeong (7.2 NM NE), Geoje (12 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pildo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pildo 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 Pildo Lighthouse?+
Pildo Lighthouse is located within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Pildo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pildo 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.