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Ponta Piambo Lighthouse

Fl (3) W 10s🇦🇴Angola, AOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ponta Piambo Lighthouse

This square masonry tower, built and first lit in 1968, stands 12 meters tall. It displays three white flashes every 10 seconds. The tower's exterior is distinguished by horizontal bands of blue and white. Rising from the center of a keeper's house, its focal plane is 54 meters above sea level. The lighthouse was restored in 2008 and remains operational, visible for 17 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.(3)W. period 10s
Focal Height
54m
Geographic Range
17NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1968

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D5370
NGA No.
25684
ARLHS No.
ANO-023

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with blue and white horizontal bands
Material
masonry

Location

City
Angola
Country
🇦🇴AO
Latitude
-14.6989°
Longitude
12.2755°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ponta Piambo Lighthouse at night?+
Ponta Piambo displays the characteristic Fl (3) W 10s — 3 white flashes 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 Piambo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ponta Piambo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Baba at 8.4 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Porto Saco (Portosalazar) (27.1 NM SSW), River Sao Nicolau (27.2 NM N), Namibe (30.8 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ponta Piambo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ponta Piambo 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 Piambo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ponta Piambo 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.