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Qui Nhơn Fairway Range Front Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇻🇳VNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Qui Nhơn Fairway Range Front Lighthouse

The Qui Nhơn Fairway Range Front is a cylindrical tower standing 10 meters high and emitting a white flash every 10 seconds. It is mounted on a circular pier and features a large circular gallery. The structure is painted with red and white horizontal bands, making it easily identifiable. Located approximately 1.1 kilometers from Qui Nhon, this offshore light extends a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This range front light assists vessels navigating the fairway into Qui Nhơn port, helping them avoid hazards during approach.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

Country
🇻🇳VN
Latitude
13.7618°
Longitude
109.2518°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Qui Nhon(1.1 km)
Admiralty No.
F3162.05.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical

Structure: round tower with a large circular gallery, colored with red and white horizontal bands and mounted on a circular pier

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Qui Nhơn Fairway Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Qui Nhơn Fairway Range Front displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Qui Nhơn Fairway Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Qui Nhơn Fairway Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Thi Nai Port at 0.3 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Tan Cang (1.1 NM WNW), Tan Cang - Mien Trung Terminal (1.1 NM WNW), Quy Nhon (2 NM WNW), Tan Cang Qui Nhon (33.9 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Qui Nhơn Fairway Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Qui Nhơn Fairway Range Front 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 Qui Nhơn Fairway Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Qui Nhơn Fairway Range Front 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.