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Tanjung Parat Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Parat Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a square white skeletal tower, possibly topped with a lantern and gallery, reaching a height of 30 meters. Its focal height is 32 meters, and it emits a white light with a single flash every 4 seconds. The geographic range of its light is 15.7 nautical miles. Located on the northeastern tip of Pulau Panaitan, it is situated approximately 51.3 kilometers from the nearest port of Banten. The structure is operational and serves to mark the island's presence and surrounding navigational hazards.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for vessels navigating around Pulau Panaitan, a notable landmass within a busy shipping lane. Its light warns ships of the island's northeastern extremity, mitigating the risk of groundings or collisions.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
32m
Geographic Range
15.7NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-6.6467°
Longitude
105.3699°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square white skeletal tower possibly with lantern and gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Banten(51.3 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1050.1
NGA No.
23333
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Parat Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Parat displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Tanjung Parat Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Parat Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Anyer Kidul at 46.4 NM to the NE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Parat Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Parat 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 Parat Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Parat 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.