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Tanjung Bankalan Utara Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Bankalan Utara Lighthouse

Also known as: Tanjung Bankalan Utara (Bankalan North)

A skeletal tower painted white stands 20 meters tall on the northern tip of Pulau Bangkalan Utara. With a focal height of 50 meters, it emits a white flash every six seconds, visible for 18.7 nautical miles. This navigational aid is situated 29.2 kilometers from Banggai, the nearest port. The lighthouse warns vessels approaching the southern side of the Peleng Strait's entrance. It has been an active aid to navigation since its establishment, though the exact construction date is not recorded.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for ships navigating the Peleng Strait, alerting them to the landmass on the southern side of the strait's entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
50m
Geographic Range
18.7NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-1.1462°
Longitude
123.2990°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white

Structure: skeletal tower, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Banggai(29.2 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1566.7
NGA No.
25275.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Bankalan Utara Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Bankalan Utara displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Tanjung Bankalan Utara Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Bankalan Utara Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Banggai at 29.2 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Luwuk (32.3 NM WNW), Pagimana (43.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Bankalan Utara Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Bankalan Utara 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 Tanjung Bankalan Utara Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Bankalan Utara 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.