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Ra'S Fatuma Lighthouse

Fl (3) W 26s🇪🇷Eritrea, EROperational

Location & Light Range

About Ra'S Fatuma Lighthouse

This round masonry lighthouse stands 89 meters tall, with its focal plane at 29 meters. The tower displays black and white horizontal bands. It emits three white flashes every 26 seconds, visible for a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. Guy wires have been added to provide additional support for the structure.

Why it matters: This lighthouse displays three white flashes every 26 seconds and has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) W 26s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
26s
Raw Code
Fl.(3)W. period 26s
Focal Height
29m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Eritrea
Country
🇪🇷ER
Latitude
13.0417°
Longitude
42.8733°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
89m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
masonry

Structure: Black round masonry tower, white banded; 89

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D7295
NGA No.
30856
ARLHS No.
ERI-006
Wikidata
Q105641821 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ra'S Fatuma Lighthouse at night?+
Ra'S Fatuma displays the characteristic Fl (3) W 26s — 3 white flashes every 26 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 Ra'S Fatuma Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ra'S Fatuma Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Assab at 8.2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Mokha (27 NM NE), Perim Island (39.6 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ra'S Fatuma Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ra'S Fatuma 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.
What shipping routes pass near Ra'S Fatuma Lighthouse?+
Ra'S Fatuma Lighthouse is located within the Bab el-Mandeb Strait — the strategic passage connecting the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Ra'S Fatuma Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ra'S Fatuma 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.