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Pulau Birabirahan Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pulau Birabirahan Lighthouse

Also known as: Pulau Birabirahan (Birah Birahan)

This 12-meter-high lighthouse stands on a platform supported by piles, featuring a round white fiberglass tower with a flared top. Its focal height is also 12 meters, and it emits a white flash every 6 seconds. The structure is located off the northern tip of an island, approximately 40.2 kilometers from the nearest port of Bunati. This remote station provides a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. Its construction material, fiberglass, and pile-supported platform are practical choices for the marine environment.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is important for ships navigating waters south of Pulau Laut, likely marking a specific shipping route or warning of navigational hazards. Its distinct white flash every six seconds provides clear identification for mariners.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-4.2287°
Longitude
116.1213°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round white fiberglass tower with a flared top mounted on a platform supported by piles

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bunati(40.2 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1442.1
NGA No.
24970
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pulau Birabirahan Lighthouse at night?+
Pulau Birabirahan 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 Birabirahan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pulau Birabirahan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is BUNATI at 29.6 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Satui (37.9 NM WNW), Batulicin (48.2 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pulau Birabirahan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pulau Birabirahan 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 Birabirahan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pulau Birabirahan 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.