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Puerto Cortés Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇭🇳Honduras, HNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Puerto Cortés Lighthouse

This metal lighthouse stands 14 meters tall and was constructed in 1898. Its round tower features white banding against a red background. The structure has a focal height of 14 meters, projecting a white light. This light produces a single flash every 5 seconds. The Puerto Cortés light is visible for a geographic range of 20 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
20NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1898

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J5994
NGA No.
16428
Wikidata
Q60221494 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white and red
Material
metal

Structure: Red metal tower, white banded; 46

Location

City
Honduras
Country
🇭🇳HN
Latitude
15.8558°
Longitude
-87.9600°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Puerto Cortés Lighthouse at night?+
Puerto Cortés 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.
Which ports and harbors does Puerto Cortés Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Puerto Cortés Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Puerto Cortés at 1.8 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Omoa (6.6 NM SW), Tela (29.3 NM E), Puerto Barrios (38.1 NM W), Puerto Santo Tomás de Castilla (39.1 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Puerto Cortés Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Puerto Cortés 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 Puerto Cortés Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Puerto Cortés 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.