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Gosong Sappajambi (Sappa Djawbi Bank) Lighthouse

Fl Red 6s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Gosong Sappajambi (Sappa Djawbi Bank) Lighthouse

Gosong Sappajambi is a 15-meter tall lighthouse situated on a square platform supported by piles, with a red mast. Its focal height is also 15 meters, and it emits a single red flash every 6 seconds. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 11.9 nautical miles. It is located 3.2 kilometers from Kendari, the nearest port in Sulawesi. The site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns mariners of the Sappa Djawbi Bank, a significant underwater hazard within the shipping lanes near Kendari.

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
-3.9739°
Longitude
122.6728°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kendari, Sulawesi(3.2 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1559.5
NGA No.
25284

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red

Structure: red mast on a square platform supported by piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gosong Sappajambi (Sappa Djawbi Bank) Lighthouse at night?+
Gosong Sappajambi (Sappa Djawbi Bank) 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 Sappajambi (Sappa Djawbi Bank) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gosong Sappajambi (Sappa Djawbi Bank) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Kendari, Sulawesi at 5.1 NM to the W. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gosong Sappajambi (Sappa Djawbi Bank) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gosong Sappajambi (Sappa Djawbi Bank) 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 Sappajambi (Sappa Djawbi Bank) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gosong Sappajambi (Sappa Djawbi Bank) 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.