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Jayapura Entrance South Lighthouse

Fl R 4s🇮🇩West Papua, IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Jayapura Entrance South Lighthouse

This red, square-shaped beacon is located in West Papua. The tower itself is painted red and features a red square daymark. It emits a red light with a characteristic of a single flash every 4 seconds. A radar reflector is also part of the structure. The light has a focal height of 13 meters and a geographic range of 12 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 4s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
12NM

Location

City
West Papua
Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-2.5417°
Longitude
140.7184°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red

Structure: PORT (IALA A) Red beacon, red square daymark. Radar reflector

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
Q3398.8
NGA No.
26123
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Jayapura Entrance South Lighthouse at night?+
Jayapura Entrance South displays the characteristic Fl R 4s — 1 red flash every 4 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 Jayapura Entrance South Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jayapura Entrance South Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Jayapura, Irian Jaya at 0.4 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Vanimo (35 NM ESE), Demta (37.3 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jayapura Entrance South Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jayapura Entrance South 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 Jayapura Entrance South Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jayapura Entrance South 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.