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Tân Hiệp Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇻🇳Đà Nẵng, VNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tân Hiệp Lighthouse

Also known as: Tân Hiệp (Tian Hep)

Tân Hiệp lighthouse is a 11-meter tall cylindrical concrete tower situated on a headland. It displays a white light with a single flash every 5 seconds. The structure is distinguished by black and white horizontal bands encircling its exterior. This aid to navigation began operation in 2000, serving the eastern approach to Cù Lao Chàm harbor. Its focal height reaches 42.5 meters, providing a geographic range of 17.5 nautical miles. The tower's nearest port is Da Nang, located 19 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns mariners of the headland at the eastern entrance to Cù Lao Chàm harbor, ensuring safe passage for vessels entering or departing the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
42.5m
Geographic Range
17.5NM

Location

City
Đà Nẵng
Country
🇻🇳Vietnam
Latitude
15.9583°
Longitude
108.5035°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower painted with black and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Da Nang(19.0 km)
Admiralty No.
F3203.3
NGA No.
20318.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tân Hiệp Lighthouse at night?+
Tân Hiệp displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Tân Hiệp Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tân Hiệp Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nguyen Van Troi Port at 17.4 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Song Han 9 (17.4 NM WNW), Da Nang (17.6 NM WNW), Hai Son (17.8 NM WNW), Tien Sa Terminal (19.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tân Hiệp Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tân Hiệp 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 Tân Hiệp Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tân Hiệp 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.