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Gosong Baohi Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇮🇩Northern Sumatra, IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Gosong Baohi Lighthouse

Gosong Baohi is a white lighthouse in Northern Sumatra, standing 30 meters tall. Its light has a focal height of 28 meters above sea level. The navigational aid emits a white flashing light, visible for 15 nautical miles. The structure is listed under NGA number F 1250 and Admiralty number F1250.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
28m
Geographic Range
15NM

Location

City
Northern Sumatra
Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
1.4336°
Longitude
97.1730°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Color
white

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F1250
NGA No.
F 1250
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gosong Baohi Lighthouse at night?+
Gosong Baohi displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white 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.
Is Gosong Baohi Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gosong Baohi 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.
What shipping routes pass near Gosong Baohi Lighthouse?+
Gosong Baohi Lighthouse is located within the Strait of Malacca — the primary shipping route between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, carrying over 25% of global traded goods. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Gosong Baohi Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gosong Baohi 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.