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        "id": 1669126,
        "msgid": "prabowo-marks-tni-au-anniversary-with-in-flight-tribute-to-pilots-1775803860",
        "date": "2026-04-10 13:05:21",
        "title": "Prabowo marks TNI AU anniversary with in-flight tribute to pilots",
        "author": "",
        "source": "ANTARA_EN",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Politics",
        "summary": "President Prabowo Subianto commemorated the 80th anniversary of the Indonesian Air Force (TNI AU) by sending radio messages of pride and appreciation to escorting pilots during a flight, highlighting their crucial role in safeguarding the nation's airspace. He expressed hopes for the air force's continued strength and modernization, recalling his support since his time as defence minister in 2019. The pilots reciprocated with thanks for his commitment and assurances of their dedication to national service, underscoring the public's high expectations and pride in the military.",
        "content": "<p>\u201cOn behalf of the entire nation, I, Prabowo Subianto, President of\nthe Republic of Indonesia, am proud of our air force. We are all proud\nof our \u2018young eagles,\u2019\u201d he said via radio communication to the pilots\nescorting his aircraft, as reported by the TNI AU\u2019s official YouTube\nchannel on Friday.<\/p>\n<p>He expressed appreciation to all TNI AU personnel for their\ndedication to safeguarding Indonesia\u2019s airspace, highlighting their\nvital role in protecting the country and its people.<\/p>\n<p>The president also extended his anniversary greetings and voiced hope\nthat the air force would grow stronger and achieve greater success.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHappy 80th anniversary to the Indonesian Air Force. I hope TNI AU\nwill remain strong and capable of safeguarding our airspace,\u201d he\nsaid.<\/p>\n<p>Earlier, one of the escort pilots expressed gratitude to the\npresident for his continued commitment to strengthening Indonesia\u2019s air\ndefense posture since his tenure as defense minister in 2019.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThank you for your continuous support and attention, from your time\nas defense minister in 2019 to your current role as president, in\nstrengthening and modernizing the Indonesian Air Force,\u201d the pilot said\nover the radio.<\/p>\n<p>The wingman also asked for the president\u2019s prayers and assured him\nthat all Indonesian fighter pilots share the same determination to serve\nthe nation with full dedication.<\/p>\n<p>In response, the president emphasized that the Indonesian people have\ngreat pride in and high expectations of their airmen.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Indonesian people are proud of you. Please protect our homeland.\nI salute you all. Keep up the good work. Thank you,\u201d he concluded.<\/p>\n<p>Related news: RI\u2019s Air Force plans radar expansion to strengthen\nairspace monitoring<\/p>\n<p>Related news: Airbus A400M to boost air defense capability:\nPrabowo<\/p>\n<p>Translator: Aditya Ramadhan, Tegar Nurfitra<\/p>",
        "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/prabowo-marks-tni-au-anniversary-with-in-flight-tribute-to-pilots-1775803860",
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