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Kendari Fuel Depot Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kendari Fuel Depot Lighthouse

This 9-meter square pyramidal skeletal tower, clad in white siding, guides vessels into the Kendari estuary. Its focal plane sits at 10 meters, and it emits a white light with four quick flashes every 4 seconds. The lighthouse is situated directly before the easternmost fuel tank, clearly indicating its navigational purpose for the industrial facility. It is located 0.7 kilometers from Kendari, Sulawesi, the nearest port. The structure is not open to the public, reinforcing its role within a secure industrial zone.

Why it matters: This lighthouse specifically guides ships navigating into the Kendari estuary, ensuring safe access to the fuel depot and supporting the maritime logistics of fuel delivery. Its light is essential for preventing groundings or collisions in this busy industrial waterway.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-3.9692°
Longitude
122.6083°

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Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
square

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower covered with white siding

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kendari, Sulawesi(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1560.08.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kendari Fuel Depot Lighthouse at night?+
Kendari Fuel Depot displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kendari Fuel Depot Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kendari Fuel Depot Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Kendari, Sulawesi at 1.3 NM to the WSW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kendari Fuel Depot Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kendari Fuel Depot 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 Kendari Fuel Depot Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kendari Fuel Depot 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.