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Tanjona Vilanandro Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 10s🇲🇬Madagascar, MGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjona Vilanandro Lighthouse

This metal pylon lighthouse stands 75 meters tall, with its light positioned at a focal height of 26 meters. The structure is painted white. Its light emits two white flashes every 10 seconds. The lighthouse offers a geographic range of 20 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 10s
Focal Height
26m
Geographic Range
20NM

Location

City
Madagascar
Country
🇲🇬MG
Latitude
-16.1873°
Longitude
44.4504°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
75m
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: White metal pylon; 75. Temporarily extinguished (2011) 32636 Passe d'Ampajony Lighted Buoy

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D7033.7
NGA No.
32628
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjona Vilanandro Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjona Vilanandro displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 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.
Is Tanjona Vilanandro Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjona Vilanandro 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 Tanjona Vilanandro Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjona Vilanandro 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.