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Tanjung Waton Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Waton Lighthouse

Tanjung Waton is a square skeletal tower painted white, standing 22 meters tall. Its light is visible at a focal height of 25 meters and has a geographic range of 14.3 nautical miles. The light emits a single white flash every 6 seconds. This lighthouse is situated at the southwestern tip of Pulau Panaitan. The nearest port, Bandar Lampung, is 59.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the eastern side of the shipping channel into the Sunda Strait, guiding vessels through this critical passage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-6.6127°
Longitude
105.1002°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
22m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square white skeletal tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bandar Lampung(59.3 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1050.15
NGA No.
23333.4
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Waton Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Waton displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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.
Is Tanjung Waton Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Waton 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 Waton Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Waton 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.