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South Sentinel Island Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇮🇳Andaman and Nicobar Islands, INOperational

Location & Light Range

About South Sentinel Island Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white metal framework tower, distinguished by red banding. It reaches a height of 37 meters, with its focal plane also situated at 37 meters. The structure is constructed from metal. It emits a white flashing light with a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. The South Sentinel Island light is operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
37m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Country
🇮🇳IN
Latitude
10.9818°
Longitude
92.2277°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
37m
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: White metal framework tower, red banded; 118

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F1212.8
NGA No.
26482
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify South Sentinel Island Lighthouse at night?+
South Sentinel Island 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 South Sentinel Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, South Sentinel 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 South Sentinel Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near South Sentinel 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.