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Ponta Das Salinas Lighthouse

Fl W 4s🇦🇴Angola, AOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ponta Das Salinas Lighthouse

This white concrete square tower stands 38 meters tall. Its focal height is 39 meters above sea level. The light emits a single white flash every 4 seconds. This structure was constructed between 2005 and 2006. It replaced an earlier pyramidal skeletal tower at this location. The lighthouse is operational and provides a geographic range of 21 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The lighthouse was reactivated in 2006, with the station itself first established in 1888.

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
39m
Geographic Range
21NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2006

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D5324
NGA No.
25664
ARLHS No.
ANO-016

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White beacon

Location

City
Angola
Country
🇦🇴AO
Latitude
-12.8365°
Longitude
12.9430°

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ponta Das Salinas Lighthouse at night?+
Ponta Das Salinas 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 Ponta Das Salinas Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ponta Das Salinas Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Cuio at 9.1 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Farta Bay (20.5 NM NE), Benguela (29.5 NM ENE), Lobito (47.8 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ponta Das Salinas Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ponta Das Salinas 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 Das Salinas Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ponta Das Salinas 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.