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North Sandy Island Lighthouse

Fl W 8s🇦🇺Western Australia, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About North Sandy Island Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands on North Sandy Island in Western Australia. Its light is positioned 26 meters above sea level. The characteristic of the light is two white flashes occurring every 8 seconds. This signal provides a consistent navigational aid.

Why it matters: The light has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 8s
Focal Height
26m
Geographic Range
10NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
Q1694
NGA No.
9316

Location

City
Western Australia
Country
🇦🇺AU
Latitude
-21.1038°
Longitude
115.6527°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify North Sandy Island Lighthouse at night?+
North Sandy Island displays the characteristic Fl W 8s — 1 white flash every 8 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.
Which ports and harbors does North Sandy Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
North Sandy Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Barrow Island at 22.7 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Varanus Island (27.5 NM N), Airlie Terminal (30.5 NM WSW), Cape Preston (34.5 NM ENE), CAMPBELL (41.6 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is North Sandy Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, North Sandy Island 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 North Sandy Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near North Sandy Island 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.