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Pulau Kapoposangbali Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇮🇩Sulawesi (Celebes), IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pulau Kapoposangbali Lighthouse

The Pulau Kapoposangbali lighthouse, built in 1996, stands as a 98-meter white concrete tower. Its focal height is 34 meters above sea level. The structure features a lantern and gallery at its apex. It emits a single white flash every 10 seconds. This light is situated on a small island within the Tengah group, located approximately 360 kilometers southwest of Sulawesi.

Why it matters: This light has a geographic range of 24 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
34m
Geographic Range
24NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1996

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
Q1322
NGA No.
25578
ARLHS No.
IDO-203

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
98m
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White beacon; 98

Location

City
Sulawesi (Celebes)
Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-7.5020°
Longitude
117.1795°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pulau Kapoposangbali Lighthouse at night?+
Pulau Kapoposangbali displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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.
Is Pulau Kapoposangbali Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pulau Kapoposangbali 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 Kapoposangbali Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pulau Kapoposangbali 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.