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Pulau Burung Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pulau Burung Lighthouse

This square skeletal tower, standing 13 meters tall, is mounted on a platform supported by piles. Its red structure rises 13 meters above the focal plane. The lighthouse emits a single red flash every 5 seconds, visible for 11.3 nautical miles. It is situated near Pulau Rupat, off the northern coast of Indonesia. The lighthouse site is open to visitors, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns ships navigating the coastal waters around Pulau Burung, a small island off Pulau Rupat, guiding them through this area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
2.1163°
Longitude
101.6230°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Port Dickson(26.4 km)
Admiralty No.
F1395.2
NGA No.
22491

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red

Structure: square skeletal tower mounted on a platform supported by piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pulau Burung Lighthouse at night?+
Pulau Burung displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Pulau Burung Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pulau Burung Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Port Dickson at 26.9 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Dumai, Sumatra (27.9 NM SSW), Sungai Udang (28.8 NM ENE), Sungai Udang Port (31.3 NM ENE), Sepang, Selangor (35.9 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pulau Burung Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pulau Burung 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.
What shipping routes pass near Pulau Burung Lighthouse?+
Pulau Burung Lighthouse is located within the Strait of Malacca — the primary shipping route between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, carrying over 25% of global traded goods. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Pulau Burung Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pulau Burung 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.