Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Ponta Da Armaçao Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇧🇷Southeastern Brazil, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Ponta Da Armaçao Lighthouse

This lighthouse in Southeastern Brazil features a quadrilateral masonry tower painted white with black banding. It stands 21 meters tall, with the light positioned at the same focal height. The lighthouse emits a white flash, though the specific flash characteristic is not detailed. A secondary light, also white, is located on a pier 200 meters to the northwest.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
19NM

Location

City
Southeastern Brazil
Country
🇧🇷BR
Latitude
-22.8845°
Longitude
-43.1338°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
21m
Tower Shape
quadrilateral
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: Black quadrilateral masonry tower, white banded; 62. F.Y. on pier 200 meters NW

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G0382.25
NGA No.
18413
OpenStreetMap
View on OSM →
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Ponta Da Armaçao Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near BR, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ponta Da Armaçao Lighthouse at night?+
Ponta Da Armaçao displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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 Ponta Da Armaçao Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ponta Da Armaçao Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Niterói at 0.7 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Sao Cristovao (2.1 NM N), Rio de Janeiro (3.2 NM NW), Ilha d'Agua (4 NM NNW), São Gonçalo (7.7 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ponta Da Armaçao Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ponta Da Armaçao 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 Ponta Da Armaçao Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ponta Da Armaçao 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.