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Suwangi Lighthouse

Fl White 3.5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Suwangi Lighthouse

A square skeletal tower painted white stands 18 meters tall on Suwangi Island. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 3.5 seconds from a focal height of 28 meters, with a geographic range of nearly 15 nautical miles. It is located approximately 1.7 kilometers from the nearest port, Batulicin. The structure is situated near the southern tip of a densely forested, uninhabited island. This aid to navigation has been operational for an unspecified duration, guiding vessels through the local waterways.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the uninhabited Suwangi Island, warning vessels of potential hazards in the Laut Strait, a significant shipping route.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 3.5s
Focal Height
28m
Geographic Range
14.9NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-3.4502°
Longitude
116.0310°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square skeletal tower painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Batulicin(1.7 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1434
NGA No.
24972
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Suwangi Lighthouse at night?+
Suwangi displays the characteristic Fl White 3.5s. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Suwangi Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Suwangi Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Batulicin at 1.6 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Tarjun (11.4 NM NNE), Pulau Laut (12.3 NM NE), Setagin (12.9 NM NE), KOTABARU (15.5 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Suwangi Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Suwangi 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 Suwangi Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Suwangi 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.