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Yong Sata Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇹🇭THOperational

Location & Light Range

About Yong Sata Lighthouse

Also known as: Yong Sata (Palian)

The Yong Sata lighthouse is a white, cylindrical concrete tower standing 18 meters tall. It features a lantern and gallery and is situated on a promontory about 10 kilometers southwest of Palian. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 5 seconds from a focal height of 48 meters, providing a geographic range of 18.4 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed to visitors. It is located 20.2 kilometers from the nearest port, Kantang.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels about the promontory southwest of Palian, a critical landmark for navigating local waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
48m
Geographic Range
18.4NM

Location

Country
🇹🇭TH
Latitude
7.1148°
Longitude
99.6676°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kantang(20.2 km)
Admiralty No.
F1186
NGA No.
22172

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yong Sata Lighthouse at night?+
Yong Sata 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 Yong Sata Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yong Sata Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Pakbara at 15.2 NM to the S. Other ports served include Kantang (20.2 NM NNW), Ban Kantang (20.7 NM NNW), Trang (26.4 NM N), Satun (38.2 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yong Sata Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yong Sata 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.
What shipping routes pass near Yong Sata Lighthouse?+
Yong Sata Lighthouse is located within the Strait of Malacca — the primary shipping route between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, carrying over 25% of global traded goods. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Yong Sata Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yong Sata 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.