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Tanjung Petang Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Petang Lighthouse

Also known as: Tanjung Petang (Evening Cape)

This hexagonal cast iron skeletal tower stands 19 meters tall and was completed in 1901. The structure is painted white and features a lantern and gallery. It emits a white flash every five seconds, with a geographic range of 12.9 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on the western approach to the Laut Strait, near Batulicin. It was constructed to aid vessels navigating the narrow passage between Pulau Laut and the Borneo mainland.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for safe navigation through the Laut Strait, a key shipping lane that separates Pulau Laut from the Borneo mainland.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1901

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Batulicin(10.7 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1432
NGA No.
24964
ARLHS No.
IDO-289

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white
Material
cast iron

Structure: hexagonal cast iron skeletal tower with lantern and gallery, painted white

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-3.6087°
Longitude
115.9671°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Petang Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Petang 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 Petang Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Petang Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Batulicin at 10.8 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include BUNATI (21.3 NM SW), Tarjun (21.6 NM NNE), Pulau Laut (22.4 NM NNE), Setagin (22.9 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Petang Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Petang 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 Petang Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Petang 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.