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Adele Island Lighthouse

Fl W 8s🇵🇬Papua New Guinea (Milne Bay Province), PGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Adele Island Lighthouse

Adele Island Lighthouse is a framework tower reaching 102 meters in height. Its white light produces a single flash every 8 seconds. The focal height of the light is 43 meters, offering a geographic range of 16 nautical miles. This structure is located in the Milne Bay Province of Papua New Guinea. As of 2025, the light is temporarily extinguished.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the coast of Milne Bay Province.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 8s
Focal Height
43m
Geographic Range
16NM

Location

City
Papua New Guinea (Milne Bay Province)
Country
🇵🇬PG
Latitude
-11.4508°
Longitude
154.3953°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
102m

Structure: Framework tower; 102. Temporarily extinguished (2025). PAPUA NEW GUINEA 453

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
K3450.5
NGA No.
26284
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Adele Island Lighthouse at night?+
Adele Island displays the characteristic Fl W 8s — 1 white flash every 8 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 Adele Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Adele Island 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 Adele Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Adele Island 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.