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Belang-Belang No. 1 Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Belang-Belang No. 1 Lighthouse

Belang-Belang No. 1 is a square skeletal tower, 14 meters in height, painted green and mounted on a square platform supported by piles. It stands 7 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single green flash every five seconds, visible for 10 nautical miles. This structure guides vessels navigating the northern edge of a shoal and approaching the port of Belang-Belang. The site is accessible by boat, but the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This light warns mariners of submerged dangers at the approach to Belang-Belang port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-2.4824°
Longitude
119.1203°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mamuju(18.8 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1489.2
NGA No.
25503.6

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
green and mounted on a square platform supported by piles

Structure: square skeletal tower painted green and mounted on a square platform supported by piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Belang-Belang No. 1 Lighthouse at night?+
Belang-Belang No. 1 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.
Is Belang-Belang No. 1 Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Belang-Belang No. 1 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 Belang-Belang No. 1 Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Belang-Belang No. 1 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.