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Balicasag Island Lighthouse

Fl white 4s🇵🇭Southern Philippines, PHInactive

Location & Light Range

About Balicasag Island Lighthouse

Constructed in 1987, this lighthouse stands 37 meters tall. Its structure is a truncated pyramidal metal design, painted white. The tower is built from aluminum and has a pyramidal shape. It emits a white flashing light, visible for 17 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl white 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
white
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl
Geographic Range
17NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1987

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F2374
NGA No.
14884
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
37m
Tower Shape
pyramidal
Tower Color
white
Material
aluminum

Structure: Truncated pyramidal metal structure; 39

Location

City
Southern Philippines
Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
9.5164°
Longitude
123.6844°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Balicasag Island Lighthouse at night?+
Balicasag Island displays the characteristic Fl white 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Balicasag Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Balicasag Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tagbilaran, Bohol at 12.5 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Alcoy (16.5 NM NW), Larena (17.1 NM SSW), Lazi (24.2 NM S), Dumaguete (25.3 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Balicasag Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Balicasag Island 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 Balicasag Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Balicasag 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.