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Tanjung Pemancingan Pier Elbow Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Pemancingan Pier Elbow Lighthouse

The Tanjung Pemancingan Pier Elbow Light is a square white skeletal tower standing 10 meters tall with a focal height of 12 meters. It is situated on an extension of the extensive Arutmin Indonesia coal pier. The light emits a white flash every 3 seconds and has a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. This aid to navigation is located 0.1 kilometers from Tanjung Pemancingan, marking the southern approach to the Selat Laut.

Why it matters: This light warns ships about the south side of the entrance to the Selat Laut, a narrow strait essential for maritime traffic, especially coal shipments.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-3.2067°
Longitude
116.2870°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square white skeletal tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tanjung Pemancingan(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1438.3
NGA No.
24951
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Pemancingan Pier Elbow Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Pemancingan Pier Elbow 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 Pemancingan Pier Elbow Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Pemancingan Pier Elbow Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tanjung Pemancingan at 0.3 NM to the SW. Other ports served include North Pulau Laut (1.4 NM WSW), KOTABARU (5.9 NM WSW), Setagin (8.6 NM WSW), Pulau Laut (9.4 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Pemancingan Pier Elbow Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Pemancingan Pier Elbow 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 Pemancingan Pier Elbow Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Pemancingan Pier Elbow 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.