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Rutland Island Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 15s🇮🇳INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Rutland Island Lighthouse

This square concrete tower, painted white, stands 3 meters tall and was built in 1976. Its focal plane is 10 meters above sea level. The light emits a white flash every 15 seconds and has a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located on the southernmost part of Rutland Island, the largest island in the Great Andaman group. It is situated about 146 kilometers from the nearest port, Port Blair.

Why it matters: This navigational aid marks the southern end of Rutland Island, guiding vessels through the waters of the Great Andaman group.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1976

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Port Blair(146.0 km)
Admiralty No.
F1211
NGA No.
26476
ARLHS No.
AND-004

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
3m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square white concrete tower

Location

Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Sea Region
south end of Rutland Island, southernmost main island of the Great Andaman group, about 60 km long and 30 km wide
Latitude
9.2556°
Longitude
92.7752°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rutland Island Lighthouse at night?+
Rutland Island displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 15s — 3 white flashes 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Is Rutland Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rutland Island 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 Rutland Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rutland Island 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.