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Burnett Heads Lighthouse

Fl R 20s🇦🇺Queensland's East Coast, AUInactive

Location & Light Range

About Burnett Heads Lighthouse

Burnett Heads is situated on Queensland's East Coast. Its light characteristic features four white flashes over a 20-second period. The operational status of the light is currently false. It has a reported geographic range of 15 nautical miles and displays a red light.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl.(4)W. period 20s
Geographic Range
15NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
K2956
NGA No.
10476

Location

City
Queensland's East Coast
Country
🇦🇺AU
Latitude
-24.7636°
Longitude
152.4091°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Burnett Heads Lighthouse at night?+
Burnett Heads displays the characteristic Fl R 20s — 1 red flash every 20 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Burnett Heads Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Burnett Heads Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Bundaberg at 1.1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include HERVEY BAY (41.5 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Burnett Heads Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Burnett Heads 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 Burnett Heads Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Burnett Heads 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.