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Pulau Pisang Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇮🇩Southern Sumatra, IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pulau Pisang Lighthouse

Also known as: Pulau Pisang (Teluk Krui)

A white skeletal metal tower stands 31 meters tall on Pulau Pisang, an island located in Southern Sumatra. Its focal height reaches 76 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 15 seconds, providing a geographic range of 22.2 nautical miles. The structure is painted white and designed for stability in its remote location. It is approximately 52.1 kilometers from Semangka Bay by sea.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels navigating the waters off Krui, assisting transit to and from Semangka Bay by warning of the island and nearby hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Focal Height
76m
Geographic Range
22.2NM

Location

City
Southern Sumatra
Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-5.1220°
Longitude
103.8492°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
31m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: skeletal tower, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Semangka Bay(52.1 km)
Admiralty No.
Q0904
NGA No.
23096
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pulau Pisang Lighthouse at night?+
Pulau Pisang displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash every 15 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 Pisang Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pulau Pisang 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 Pisang Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pulau Pisang 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.