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Airlie Island Lighthouse

Fl (4) W 16s🇦🇺Western Australia, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Airlie Island Lighthouse

Airlie Island Lighthouse, established in 1913 and becoming operational in 1980, features a white, tapered steel skeletal tower standing 21 meters tall. The lantern and gallery are also painted white. Its light emits two white flashes every 8 seconds, with red and green sectors also present. The focal height of the light is 26 meters.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is situated in an area of oil and gas production, with large tankers anchoring offshore.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) W 16s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
16s
Raw Code
Oc.(2)W.R.G. period 8s
Focal Height
26m

Construction & History

Year Built
1980

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
Q1698
NGA No.
9304
ARLHS No.
AUS-241

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
tapered
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Location

City
Western Australia
Country
🇦🇺AU
Latitude
-21.3243°
Longitude
115.1685°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Airlie Island Lighthouse at night?+
Airlie Island displays the characteristic Fl (4) W 16s — 4 white flashes every 16 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 Airlie Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Airlie Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Airlie Terminal at 0.6 NM to the S. Other ports served include Thevenard Island (12.8 NM SW), Onslow (19.1 NM S), Ashburton (22.3 NM SSW), Woollybutt (Oil facility) (23.6 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Airlie Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Airlie 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 Airlie Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Airlie 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.