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Pulau Kelapa Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl W 11s🇮🇩Nusa Tenggara (Lesser Sunda Islands), IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pulau Kelapa Range Rear Lighthouse

This white metal skeletal tower stands 149 meters tall and was built and first lit in 1971. It emits a single white flash every 11 seconds, visible for 18 nautical miles. The structure is part of a range, with several coast guard buildings also present. Located near the island's highest point, access is possible only by boat. The tower's design is a simple metal framework.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 11s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
11s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
149m
Geographic Range
18NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1971

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
Q1312.1
NGA No.
25624
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
149m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: White metal framework tower; 66

Location

City
Nusa Tenggara (Lesser Sunda Islands)
Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-8.6678°
Longitude
119.2293°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pulau Kelapa Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Pulau Kelapa Range Rear displays the characteristic Fl W 11s — 1 white flash every 11 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.
Which ports and harbors does Pulau Kelapa Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pulau Kelapa Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sape at 13.6 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Komodo (17.2 NM ENE), Bima, Sb (33.1 NM WNW), LABUANABAJO (39.8 NM ENE), Labuan Bajo (40.1 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pulau Kelapa Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pulau Kelapa Range Rear 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 Kelapa Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pulau Kelapa Range Rear 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.