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Tanjung Pangebalan Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Pangebalan Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete and fiberglass tower stands 15 meters tall and emits a white light every 5 seconds from a focal height of 18 meters. Its geographic range is 12.7 nautical miles. The structure is painted white. The lighthouse is located on the southwestern coast of Pulau Laut, near the headland it marks. Its nearest port is Bunati, 28.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns ships about the headland on the southwestern coast of Pulau Laut.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-4.0226°
Longitude
116.0384°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete, fiberglass

Structure: round white concrete or fiberglass tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bunati(28.5 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1431
NGA No.
24966
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Pangebalan Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Pangebalan displays the characteristic Fl White 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 Tanjung Pangebalan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Pangebalan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is BUNATI at 18.5 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Satui (29.7 NM W), Batulicin (35.4 NM N), Pulau Laut (44.9 NM N), Tarjun (44.9 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Pangebalan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Pangebalan 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 Pangebalan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Pangebalan 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.