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Zubair Islands Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇾🇪Yemen, YEInactive

Location & Light Range

About Zubair Islands Lighthouse

This concrete tower stands 154 meters tall, with its focal plane also at 154 meters. The structure is painted white and has a geographic range of 12 nautical miles. Its light characteristic is a flash, though the light itself was temporarily extinguished in 2006. The lighthouse is situated on the Zubair Islands.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
154m
Geographic Range
12NM

Location

City
Yemen
Country
🇾🇪YE
Latitude
15.0149°
Longitude
42.1645°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
154m
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: Concrete tower; 46. Temporarily extinguished (2006)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D7300.61
NGA No.
30829
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Zubair Islands Lighthouse at night?+
Zubair Islands displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash 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.
Which ports and harbors does Zubair Islands Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Zubair Islands Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Ras Isa Terminal at 29.7 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Kamaran (32.5 NM NE), Saleef Port (34.7 NM ENE), Hodeidah (45.8 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Zubair Islands Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Zubair Islands Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Zubair Islands Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Zubair Islands 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.