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Katchall West Bay Lighthouse

Fl (3) W 15s🇮🇩Andaman and Nicobar Islands, IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Katchall West Bay Lighthouse

This metal trestle tower stands 39 meters tall and is painted with alternating white and black bands. The lighthouse is situated in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Its light is positioned at a focal height of 17 meters above the water. The characteristic of the light is three white flashes occurring within a 15-second period. This structure has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl.(3)W. period 15s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
7.9259°
Longitude
93.3294°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
39m
Tower Color
white and black
Material
metal

Structure: Black and white metal trestle tower; 39

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F1223.4
NGA No.
26448
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Katchall West Bay Lighthouse at night?+
Katchall West Bay displays the characteristic Fl (3) W 15s — 3 white flashes every 15 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 Katchall West Bay Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Katchall West Bay 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 Katchall West Bay Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Katchall West Bay 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.