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Bessieres Island Lighthouse

Fl (3) W 12s🇦🇺Western Australia, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bessieres Island Lighthouse

Bessieres Island Lighthouse stands 20 meters above sea level. Its characteristic is three white flashes occurring every 12 seconds. This light is visible for a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. The structure is operational and located in Western Australia.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) W 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl.(3)W. period 12s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
10NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
Q1702
NGA No.
9284

Location

City
Western Australia
Country
🇦🇺AU
Latitude
-21.5283°
Longitude
114.7585°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bessieres Island Lighthouse at night?+
Bessieres Island displays the characteristic Fl (3) W 12s — 3 white flashes every 12 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 Bessieres Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bessieres Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Thevenard Island at 13.4 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Ashburton (16.5 NM ESE), Griffin Venture (oil terminal) (20 NM NNW), Onslow (21 NM ESE), Airlie Terminal (25.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bessieres Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bessieres 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 Bessieres Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bessieres 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.