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Sungai Kapuas Kecil Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sungai Kapuas Kecil Range Rear Lighthouse

Also known as: Pontianak

This square skeletal tower, painted white and black, stands 17 meters tall and carries a red triangular daymark. Its focal plane is 25 meters above the water. The light emits a red signal, flashing once every 4 seconds. This rear range light is positioned onshore, approximately 2.9 kilometers from the nearest port of Pontianak. It serves as part of a range system to guide vessels navigating the Sungai Kapuas Kecil.

Why it matters: This rear range light assists ships in maintaining a safe course along the Sungai Kapuas Kecil, a significant waterway for Pontianak.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
0.0702°
Longitude
109.1840°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pontianak(2.9 km)
Admiralty No.
F1872.1
NGA No.
25076

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white and black

Structure: square skeletal tower carrying a red triangular daymark

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sungai Kapuas Kecil Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Sungai Kapuas Kecil Range Rear displays the characteristic Fl Red 4s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sungai Kapuas Kecil Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sungai Kapuas Kecil Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Pontianak, Kalimantan at 10.4 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Padang Tikar (44.5 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sungai Kapuas Kecil Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sungai Kapuas Kecil Range Rear 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 Sungai Kapuas Kecil Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sungai Kapuas Kecil Range Rear 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.