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Aik Habil South Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Aik Habil South Lighthouse

Aik Habil South is a green skeletal tower 10 meters in height, with its focal plane also at 10 meters. It is mounted on a platform supported by pyramidal piles situated on a shoal. The light emits a single green flash every 5 seconds, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. This navigational aid is located 0.4 kilometers from Sibolga, Sumatra, near the southern approach to the port. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light warns vessels of a shoal at the southern entrance to Sibolga's harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
1.7196°
Longitude
98.7836°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sibolga, Sumatra(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
F1263.5
NGA No.
23272

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
green

Structure: green post mounted a skeletal tower on a platform supported by pyramdial piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Aik Habil South Lighthouse at night?+
Aik Habil South displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Aik Habil South Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Aik Habil South Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Sibolga, Sumatra at 0.8 NM to the N. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Aik Habil South Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Aik Habil South 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.
What shipping routes pass near Aik Habil South Lighthouse?+
Aik Habil South Lighthouse is located within the Strait of Malacca — the primary shipping route between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, carrying over 25% of global traded goods. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Aik Habil South Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Aik Habil South 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.