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Pouheva Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇵🇫French Polynesia, PFOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pouheva Lighthouse

The Pouheva lighthouse is a white tower standing 25 meters tall. It emits a white light with a geographic range of 18 nautical miles. The light characteristic is a single flash. This structure is operational and is located in French Polynesia.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
18NM

Location

City
French Polynesia
Country
🇵🇫PF
Latitude
-16.6206°
Longitude
-143.5685°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
25m
Tower Color
white

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
K5004
NGA No.
2816
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q3378307 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pouheva Lighthouse at night?+
Pouheva displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 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.
Is Pouheva Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pouheva 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 Pouheva Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pouheva 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.