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PLTU Cilacap Lighthouse

L White 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About PLTU Cilacap Lighthouse

Also known as: PLTU Cilacap (Teluk Penyu, Penyu Bay)

A square white skeletal tower constructed of steel stands 15 meters tall. It is situated within the extensive grounds of a power plant located northeast of Cilacap, Indonesia. The lighthouse emits a white light that flashes once every 5 seconds. Its focal height is also 15 meters, providing a geographic range of 11.9 nautical miles. This navigational aid is not accessible to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides vessels approaching or departing the PLTU Cilacap power plant, ensuring safe passage in the industrial waters and helping ships define the immediate coastal area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
L White 5s
Flash Type
L
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
L W 5s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Region
Central Java
Sea Region
located in a large power plant northeast of Cilacap, Indonesia
Latitude
-7.6873°
Longitude
109.0917°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: square white skeletal tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Cilacap (Tjilatjap)(6.2 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1267.8
NGA No.
23823.8
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify PLTU Cilacap Lighthouse at night?+
PLTU Cilacap displays the characteristic L 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 PLTU Cilacap Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
PLTU Cilacap Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Cilacap (Tjilatjap) at 6.1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Arun (35.1 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is PLTU Cilacap Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, PLTU Cilacap 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 PLTU Cilacap Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near PLTU Cilacap 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.