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Rio Dos Flamingos Lighthouse

Fl (3) W 15s🇦🇴Angola, AOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Rio Dos Flamingos Lighthouse

The Rio Dos Flamingos lighthouse, built and first lit in 1967, is a 66-meter tall cylindrical concrete tower. Its construction includes a white metal framework and it is painted with vertical yellow and white stripes. The structure is 11 meters high and includes a keeper's house. Its light emits three white flashes every 15 seconds, visible for 26 nautical miles from a focal height of 110 meters. This light is situated high on a bluff, approximately 1.2 km inland from the coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl.(3)W. period 15s
Focal Height
110m
Geographic Range
26NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1967

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D5430
NGA No.
25712
ARLHS No.
ANO-027

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
66m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with vertical yellow and white stripes
Material
concrete

Structure: White metal framework tower; 66

Location

City
Angola
Country
🇦🇴AO
Latitude
-15.5641°
Longitude
12.0321°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rio Dos Flamingos Lighthouse at night?+
Rio Dos Flamingos displays the characteristic Fl (3) W 15s — 3 white flashes every 15 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 Rio Dos Flamingos Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rio Dos Flamingos Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Tombua at 18.3 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Namibe (23 NM NNE), Porto Saco (Portosalazar) (26.8 NM NNE), Baba (45.4 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rio Dos Flamingos Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rio Dos Flamingos 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 Rio Dos Flamingos Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rio Dos Flamingos 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.