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Teluk Penyu Entrance Range Front Lighthouse

L White 2s🇮🇩Kelurahan Cilacap Kecamatan Cilacap, IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Teluk Penyu Entrance Range Front Lighthouse

This square, white tower stands 17 meters tall and is mounted on a square pier supported by piles. It is situated in the water about 500 meters east of the rear range light, guiding vessels into the port of Cilacap. The structure has a geographic range of 12.4 nautical miles. Its light emits a single white flash every 2 seconds. The site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This light is part of a range system essential for vessels navigating the entrance channel to Cilacap, a significant Indonesian port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
L White 2s
Flash Type
L
Light Color
White
Interval
2s
Raw Code
L W 2s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

City
Kelurahan Cilacap Kecamatan Cilacap
Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Region
Central Java
Sea Region
approach range for Cilacap, located in the water about 500 m east of the rear light
Latitude
-7.7488°
Longitude
109.0199°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Cilacap (Tjilatjap)(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1270.1
NGA No.
23828

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square tower, mounted on a square pier supported by piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Teluk Penyu Entrance Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Teluk Penyu Entrance Range Front displays the characteristic L White 2s. 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 Teluk Penyu Entrance Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Teluk Penyu Entrance Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Cilacap (Tjilatjap) at 2.1 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Arun (39.2 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Teluk Penyu Entrance Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Teluk Penyu Entrance Range Front 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 Teluk Penyu Entrance Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Teluk Penyu Entrance Range Front 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.