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Punta Flecha Lighthouse

Fl W 9s🇦🇷Region Patagonia/ Provincia del Chubut/ Dept Biedma/ Puerto Madryn, ARInactive

Location & Light Range

About Punta Flecha Lighthouse

A 43-meter-tall metal framework tower painted white with a red stripe. It had a focal height of 42 meters. The light displayed was white, flashing once every nine seconds, with a former geographic range of 7 nautical miles. The structure is no longer operational.

Why it matters: This former navigation aid marked the vicinity of Puerto Madryn in the Provincia del Chubut.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 9s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
9s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 9s
Focal Height
42m
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Region Patagonia/ Provincia del Chubut/ Dept Biedma/ Puerto Madryn
Country
🇦🇷AR
Latitude
-42.6456°
Longitude
-64.9691°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
43m
Tower Color
white and red
Material
metal

Structure: White metal framework tower, red stripe; 43

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G1064
NGA No.
19696
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Flecha Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Flecha displays the characteristic Fl W 9s — 1 white flash every 9 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 Punta Flecha Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Flecha Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Puerto Madryn at 6.6 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Rawson (40.5 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Flecha Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Punta Flecha Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Punta Flecha Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Flecha 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.