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Komodo Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Komodo Lighthouse

Also known as: Komodo (Tanjung Langkai)

The Komodo Lighthouse is a white, square skeletal tower with a gallery, standing 20 meters tall. Its light emits a single white flash every 5 seconds from a focal height of 80 meters. This structure is situated on a steep promontory at the southwestern tip of Komodo Island, marking the entrance to the Sape Strait. It is located approximately 23.6 kilometers from the nearest port, Sape. The current tower appears to be a replacement, with evidence suggesting multiple structures have existed on this site.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for vessels navigating the Sape Strait, a significant passage in the Lesser Sunda Islands, and warns of the hazardous promontory.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
80m
Geographic Range
22.6NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-8.7326°
Longitude
119.3837°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square skeletal tower with gallery, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sape(23.6 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1315
NGA No.
25626
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Komodo Lighthouse at night?+
Komodo displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Komodo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Komodo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Komodo at 11.9 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Sape (23.5 NM WNW), LABUANABAJO (32.6 NM ENE), Labuan Bajo (32.8 NM ENE), Bima, Sb (43.1 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Komodo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Komodo 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 Komodo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Komodo 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.