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Suluan Island Lighthouse

Fl (3) W 15s🇵🇭Eastern Philippines, PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Suluan Island Lighthouse

The Suluan Island Lighthouse is a white, pyramidal metal tower constructed in 1994. Standing 23 meters high, its focal plane is 138 meters above sea level. The structure's metal construction and pyramidal shape are distinctive. This lighthouse guides mariners in the Eastern Philippines. Its operational status ensures continued navigation assistance.

Why it matters: This lighthouse has a geographic range of 28 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
138m
Geographic Range
28NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1994

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F2454
NGA No.
15020
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
pyramidal
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: Green truncated pyramidal metal tower; 23. 15021 -Mole, N. head. 21° 32.4´ N 105° 17.5´ W

Location

City
Eastern Philippines
Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
10.7557°
Longitude
125.9657°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Suluan Island Lighthouse at night?+
Suluan Island displays the characteristic Fl (3) W 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.
Which ports and harbors does Suluan Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Suluan Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Homonhon at 15.7 NM to the W. Other ports served include Guiuan (22.2 NM NW), Manicani (23.7 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Suluan Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Suluan 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 Suluan Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Suluan 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.