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Gosong Boni Lighthouse

Fl Red 6s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Gosong Boni Lighthouse

The Gosong Boni lighthouse stands 15 meters tall on a square platform supported by piles. This square, skeletal red tower marks a reef southwest of Pulau Pamana Besar. Its light, positioned at a focal height of 15 meters, emits a red flash every 6 seconds. The geographic range of the light is 11.9 nautical miles. This structure is located amidst the waters off Flores, Indonesia, with the nearest port being Maumere, Flores, 13.7 kilometers away. The site is open, but the tower is closed to the public.

Why it matters: Gosong Boni warns mariners of a submerged reef southwest of Pulau Pamana Besar. Its distinctive red flash provides clear guidance in this area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-8.3887°
Longitude
122.2258°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Maumere, Flores(13.7 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1334
NGA No.
25639.5
ARLHS No.
IDO-338

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square red skeletal tower mounted on a square platform supported by piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gosong Boni Lighthouse at night?+
Gosong Boni displays the characteristic Fl Red 6s. 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 Gosong Boni Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gosong Boni Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Maumere, Flores at 13.7 NM to the S. Other ports served include ENDE (44.3 NM SW), LARANTUKA (45.6 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gosong Boni Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gosong Boni 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 Gosong Boni Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gosong Boni 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.