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Tanjung Warlangir Lighthouse

Fl W 6s🇮🇩Maluku, IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Warlangir Lighthouse

This skeletal metal tower was built and first lit in 2003. Standing 131 meters tall, its white framework structure reaches a focal height of 74 meters above sea level. The light emits a white flash every 6 seconds, visible for a geographic range of 22 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located on Pulau Fordate, at the northeastern extremity of the Tanimbar Islands. Associated with the lighthouse are several coast guard station buildings.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 6s
Focal Height
74m
Geographic Range
22NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2003

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
Q1384
NGA No.
25741

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
131m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: White metal framework tower; 131

Location

City
Maluku
Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-6.9875°
Longitude
132.0073°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Warlangir Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Warlangir displays the characteristic Fl W 6s — 1 white flash every 6 seconds. 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.
Is Tanjung Warlangir Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Warlangir 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 Warlangir Lighthouse?+
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