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Pulau Layah Kecil Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pulau Layah Kecil Lighthouse

This square skeletal metal tower stands 40 meters tall and has a focal height of 72 meters. Painted white, the structure is topped with a red lantern and gallery. It emits a white flash every 15 seconds, visible for 21.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located on a small island in Sukadana Bay, about 49 kilometers from Telok Ayer by sea. Its remote position on the southwest coast of Kalimantan necessitates boat access.

Why it matters: This lighthouse helps ships navigate Sukadana Bay, a significant embayment on Kalimantan's southwest coast. Its light warns vessels about the small island it occupies, ensuring safe passage in this coastal area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
72m
Geographic Range
21.7NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-1.5167°
Longitude
109.3500°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
40m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: square skeletal tower with lantern and gallery, painted white; lantern painted red

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Telok Ayer(48.8 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1407.5
NGA No.
25064.1
ARLHS No.
IDO-213
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pulau Layah Kecil Lighthouse at night?+
Pulau Layah Kecil displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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 Layah Kecil Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pulau Layah Kecil Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Batu Ampar at 47.3 NM to the NNE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pulau Layah Kecil Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pulau Layah 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 Layah Kecil Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pulau Layah 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.