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Thuận An Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 10s🇻🇳Thuận An Ward, VNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Thuận An Lighthouse

Also known as: Thuận An (Thai Duong Thuong)

The Thuận An lighthouse, constructed in 1979, is a square skeletal steel tower standing 35 meters tall. Its focal plane is 37 meters above sea level, and it emits three white flashes every 10 seconds. The tower offers a geographic range of 16.6 nautical miles. Located in Thuận An Ward near Huế, it is approximately 43.7 kilometers from the nearest port of Da Nang. Although now inactive, the structure remains a recognizable landmark on the Vietnamese coast.

Why it matters: The lighthouse represents a past era of maritime navigation, and its replacement signifies the evolution of navigational aids adapting to modern shipping.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl(3) W 10s
Focal Height
37m
Geographic Range
16.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1979

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Da Nang(43.7 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
35m
Tower Shape
square
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower

Location

City
Thuận An Ward
Country
🇻🇳Vietnam
Region
Huế
Latitude
16.5700°
Longitude
107.6281°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Thuận An Lighthouse at night?+
Thuận An displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 10s — 3 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Thuận An Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Thuận An Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Phú Bai at 13.6 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Chan May Port (26.5 NM ESE), Cua Viet Port (33.1 NM NW), Tien Sa Terminal (42.7 NM SE), Hai Son (44.9 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Thuận An Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Thuận An 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 Thuận An Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Thuận An 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.