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Tanjung Bansering Range Front Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Bansering Range Front Lighthouse

This white, octagonal concrete tower measures 13 meters in height. Its lantern and gallery are set at a focal height of 15 meters. Emitting a white flash each 3 seconds (Fl W 3s), its light covers a geographic range of 11.9 nautical miles. Located in Indonesia, 3.2 km from Banyuwangi - Meneng port, it is situated 500 meters from its corresponding rear light. The site is open for visits, but access to the tower is not permitted.

Why it matters: This lighthouse, when aligned with its rear marker, creates a navigational line that provides specific direction for ships transiting the strait.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Region
Banyuwangi
Sea Region
shore of a strait, 500 m south of the rear light, Indonesia
Latitude
-8.0698°
Longitude
114.4255°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Banyuwangi - Meneng(3.2 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1250
NGA No.
23776

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Bansering Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Bansering Range Front displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 Bansering Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Bansering Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ketapang, Kl at 4.2 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Gilimanuk, Bali (5.4 NM S), Banyuwangi (8.3 NM SSW), Banjuwangi, Java (8.6 NM SSW), Celukan Bawang, Bl (25.3 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Bansering Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Bansering Range Front 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 Bansering Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Bansering Range Front 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.