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Pulau Saponda Tengah Lighthouse

Fl W 4s🇮🇩Sulawesi (Celebes), IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pulau Saponda Tengah Lighthouse

Pulau Saponda Tengah is a lighthouse on Sulawesi. The white tower measures 12 meters in height, with the light positioned 17 meters above sea level. It emits a white light with a flashing characteristic. The light is visible for a geographic range of 12 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12NM

Location

City
Sulawesi (Celebes)
Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-3.9796°
Longitude
122.7623°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Color
white

References & Identifiers

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pulau Saponda Tengah Lighthouse at night?+
Pulau Saponda Tengah displays the characteristic Fl W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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 Saponda Tengah Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pulau Saponda Tengah Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Kendari, Sulawesi at 10.4 NM to the W. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pulau Saponda Tengah Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pulau Saponda Tengah 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 Saponda Tengah Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pulau Saponda Tengah 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.