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        "msgid": "indonesian-air-force-orders-12-pilatus-pc-24-multi-role-jets-explores-24-pc-21-trainer-aircraft-1774936321",
        "date": "2026-03-31 11:53:32",
        "title": "Indonesian Air Force Orders 12 Pilatus PC-24 Multi-Role Jets, Explores 24 PC-21 Trainer Aircraft",
        "author": "Reska K. Nistanto",
        "source": "KOMPAS",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Infrastructure",
        "summary": "The Indonesian Air Force has signed a contract for 12 Pilatus PC-24 multi-role jets to enhance its fleet for pilot training, logistics transport, and liaison missions, while exploring the purchase of 24 PC-21 trainer aircraft from the Swiss manufacturer. This procurement, handled through PT E-System Solutions Indonesia, includes comprehensive ground-based training systems, spare parts, and technical support to boost operational flexibility in Indonesia's archipelagic geography with limited airport infrastructure. The deal marks a significant step in TNI AU's modernisation efforts and positions Indonesia as the third Asia-Pacific customer for the PC-21, strengthening Pilatus's presence in Southeast Asia.",
        "content": "<p>The Indonesian Air Force (TNI AU) is strengthening its fleet by\nordering 12 multi-role Pilatus PC-24 jets, while exploring the purchase\nof 24 PC-21 trainer aircraft from the Swiss manufacturer Pilatus.\nAccording to KompasTekno citing FlightGlobal, the procurement contract\ncovers the purchase of 12 PC-24 units, which will be used for various\nmissions, ranging from transport pilot training and logistics transport\nto liaison duties. \u201cThe contract for 12 PC-24 units has been signed with\nPT E-System Solutions Indonesia, the official defence contractor\nappointed by the Ministry of Defence,\u201d stated Pilatus. PT E-System\nSolutions Indonesia will then handle the procurement and operational\nsupport for the aircraft, as quoted by KompasTekno from Pilatus\u2019s\nofficial website. The package includes ground-based training systems,\nspare parts, and technical support to enhance TNI AU\u2019s pilot training\ncapabilities. The Pilatus PC-24 is known as the \u201cSuper Versatile Jet\u201d\ndue to its ability to combine jet performance with operational\nflexibility on short runways, even unpaved ones. The aircraft can be\noperated by a single pilot and is equipped with a large cargo door,\nenabling it to carry a combination of passengers and cargo on a single\nmission. These capabilities are considered important for Indonesia as an\narchipelagic nation with over 17,000 islands, many of which have limited\nairport infrastructure. The procurement of the PC-24 and the planned\npurchase of the PC-21 are part of TNI AU\u2019s modernisation efforts,\nparticularly in increasing operational flexibility and pilot training\nsystems. The PC-21 itself is a trainer aircraft designed to replace some\nfighter jet training, thereby reducing costs while improving training\nefficiency. Pilatus will also provide an integrated support package,\nincluding ground-based training equipment, spare parts, ground support\nequipment, and technical support. If realised, Indonesia will become the\nthird customer for the PC-21 in the Asia-Pacific region, following\nAustralia (45 units) and Singapore (19 units). For Pilatus, this\ncontract strengthens its position in the Southeast Asian market, while\nadding to the list of countries operating the PC-24 and PC-21, which\nhave previously been used by various air forces around the world. \u201cThis\nprogramme marks the beginning of a long-term relationship, and our\npriority is to support Indonesia in operating this fleet smoothly,\u201d said\nPilatus CEO Markus Bucher. Meanwhile, Ioannis Papachristofilou, Pilatus\nVice President for Government Aviation, stated that the selection by the\nIndonesian Air Force underscores the growing interest from government\noperators in the PC-24.<\/p>",
        "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/indonesian-air-force-orders-12-pilatus-pc-24-multi-role-jets-explores-24-pc-21-trainer-aircraft-1774936321",
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