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Chapman Island Lighthouse

Fl WR 5s🇦🇺Queensland's Far North, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Chapman Island Lighthouse

The Chapman Island lighthouse is a red column structure standing 20 meters high. Its light emits white and red flashes every 5 seconds. The characteristic is a white flash followed by a red flash. This light has a geographic range of 8 nautical miles. It is visible over an arc from 340 to 250 degrees.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl WR 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W.R. period 5s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
8NM

Location

City
Queensland's Far North
Country
🇦🇺AU
Latitude
-12.8846°
Longitude
143.5961°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Color
red

Structure: Red column; 20. Visible 340°-250°. The Statue of the Madonna della Lettera, 53 meters high, located close E., is

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
K3236
NGA No.
9776
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Chapman Island Lighthouse at night?+
Chapman Island displays the characteristic Fl WR 5s — 1 wr flash every 5 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 wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Is Chapman Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Chapman 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 Chapman Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Chapman 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.