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Pulau Batu Kecil Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pulau Batu Kecil Lighthouse

The Pulau Batu Kecil lighthouse, established in 2007, stands on a small island approximately 13 kilometers west of Vlakken Hoek. It features a 40-meter tall square pyramidal skeletal tower with a lantern and gallery, mounted atop a two-story coast guard station. The structure emits a white light, characterized by a single white flash every six seconds, from a focal height of 45 meters. This light provides a geographic range of 17.9 nautical miles. The lighthouse serves as a landfall light for vessels navigating the Sunda Strait, replacing the former Vlakken Hoek lighthouse in this role.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels entering the Sunda Strait, a significant international shipping route.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
45m
Geographic Range
17.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2007

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Semangka Bay(22.5 km)
Admiralty No.
Q0913
NGA No.
23077

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
40m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal with lantern and gallery mounted on a 2-story coast guard station building

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-5.8935°
Longitude
104.4409°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pulau Batu Kecil Lighthouse at night?+
Pulau Batu Kecil displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Pulau Batu Kecil Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pulau Batu Kecil Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Semangka Bay, St at 23.2 NM to the NNE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pulau Batu Kecil Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pulau Batu Kecil 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 Pulau Batu Kecil Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pulau Batu Kecil 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.