The Indonesian Air Force (TNI Angkatan Udara / TNI AU) received its fifth and final C-130J Super Hercules aircraft at Halim Perdanakusuma Air Force Base (AFB) today. This delivery marks…

"Airmen Hit Singapore's Skies Again: Jupiter Aerobatic Team Practices First Singapore Airshow 2024." The Indonesian Air Force’s Jupiter Aerobatic Team (JAT), known as the "Nation's Ambassadors in the Air," hit…

The Indonesian Air Force (Tentara Nasional Indonesia - Angkatan Udara / TNI-AU) will hold an official event to retire all of its SA330 Puma helicopters after 45 years of service.…

Collins Aerospace and PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) will work together to modernize the Indonesian Air Force C-130 military transport aircraft as part of its Phase 2 rollout plan. Eleven C-130…

The Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) decided to temporarily ground its fleet of T-50i jet trainers following a fatal crash at Blora, Central Java on Monday evening (18 July). The decision…

The Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU), Marshall Fadjar Prasetyo has confirmed that the government has dropped its plan to purchase 11 Russian-made Su-35 fighter jets in…

The Indonesian Air Force (Tentara Nasional Indonesia - Angkatan Udara / TNI-AU) is likely to receive the first of six new C-130J-30 Super Hercules by the end of the year.…

Korps Pasukan Khas (Paskhas), the special forces corps of the Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU), recently has received an undisclosed number of P6 ATAV V3 assault vehicles. Designed and built by…

The Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) has received the first batch of AR-2 air to ground missiles to arm their fleet of Chinese-made CH-4B unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV). It is…

The Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) has received the first of nine NC-212i transport aircraft manufactured by PT. Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) . The new aircraft was flown directly from  Bandung, West…

The Indonesian Air Force has ordered eight additional twin-engine multirole H225M helicopters as part of the country’s fleet-strengthening initiative for a combat search and rescue-capable fleet.   Under the agreement…

“The three F-16 jets (one F-16C and two F-16Ds) are part of the 24 F-16s which will be delivered by the US government gradually,” said Indonesian Air Force Operation Command…

The Indonesian Defense Ministry announced the plans to replace the F-5 Tiger fighter aircraft with the latest generation of jet fighters. "We have received proposals from several jet fighter manufacturers…

The Indonesian Air Force and the Royal Thai Armed Forces have signed contracts with Russian Helicopters for spares and maintenance support for their Mi-35P and Mi-17V5 helicopters in their inventory.…

China has proposed supplying the Type 052D destroyer to the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) as part of a broader effort to sell its S26T submarine, originally intended for Thailand, complete…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) has dispatched 1,380 personnel to partake in the Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training 2024 (CARAT 2024) joint exercise from May 13 to May 20 in…

Integrated Surveillance and Defense (ISD) has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD), for the Indonesian Navy's (TNI-AL) Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA) mission…

Indonesia’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation, Ministry of Transportation (Kemenhub), has awarded BBN Airlines Indonesia an additional Air Operation Certificate (AOC) for commercial passenger flights. In a statement received in…

The Indonesian Army (TNI-AD) has taken delivery of a significant number of new Armored Fighting Vehicles (AFVs) during a high-level leadership meeting convened between the Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI) and…

The Singapore Airshow 2024, taking place at the Changi Exhibition Centre from February 20 to 25, will feature eight aerial displays, including six from air forces and two from commercial…

During a bilateral meeting in Malacañan Palace on Wednesday (Jan. 10), Indonesian President Joko Widodo sought support from President Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos Jr. for the Philippines to purchase anti-submarine…

Viettel High Technology Industries Corporation (Viettel High Tech) made an announcement on the final day of Defence & Security 2023 exhibition held in Bangkok, Thailand that it would enter the…

As part of the modernisation of the Indonesian Navy's Minehunters (Pulau Rengat class), Hensoldt Nexeya France has been awarded a multi-million Euro contract from the Indonesian shipyard integrator Noahtu. It…

India’s state-owned defence public sector undertaking (DPSU), Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) is showcasing its strengths and capabilities in the field of strategic electronics at the ongoing Indo Defence Expo &…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus to explore the expansion of Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) capabilities for helicopters and military aircraft delivered…

The ongoing cooperation between Indonesia and France in the maritime space is centered on the former’s intent to acquire the Scorpene conventional attack submarine (SSK). Indonesia has decided to reinforce…

The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) received its first of three CN-235 military transport aircraft converted to CN-235 MSA (Maritime Surveillance Aircraft) configuration at Kuching airbase, Sarawak, on Friday (17…

The Indonesian Defence Minister, Prabowo Subianto, has stated that the contract for Rafale jet fighters acquisition “Just needs to be activated” and that Indonesia is still negotiating with the United…

The Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) will soon receive six more T-50i Lead-In Fighter Trainer (LIFT) aircraft following the signing of a contract between the Indonesian Ministry of Defense (Kemhan) and…

The contract for 11 Sukhoi Su-35 multi-role fighters for the Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) is still in effect, a Russian defense official has said. The clarification by Dmitry Shugaev, head…

Terma has been awarded a contract to supply a Scanter 6002 radar for the latest Indonesian Navy’s Hospital Assistance Ship (BRS). The radar delivery is planned for June 2021. The…

Two days after Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) submarine KRI Nanggala (402) was declared missing, no less than 26 ships  are involved in one of the largest search and rescue efforts in…

Leonardo has announced the delivery of an AW109 Trekker light twin to FlyKomala of Indonesia, marking the entrance of the type into the country’s helicopter market. The aircraft will be…

Rescuers have recovered the Flight Data Recorder (FDR) of Sriwijaya Air’s flight SJ-182, which crashed shortly after take off into the Java Sea on Saturday. The search efforts will now…

The Indonesian Ministry of Defence (MoD) is currently evaluating BrahMos, an India-Russia joint venture supersonic anti-ship cruise missile, as well as Boeing P-8 Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft. If approved by…

Indonesia has contracted Leonardo for the supply of the RAT 31 DL / M medium range radar. The radar will be used by the Indonesian Air Force’s air defence network.…

Airbus and Indonesia’s GMF AeroAsia have renewed their Maintenance Training Services (MTS) agreement for another five years. The new agreement, which will run from 2018 to 2023, was signed at an…

The Philippines’ Air Force received two NC212i aircrafts from PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PT DI) / Indonesian Aerospace (IAe), whose reliability to design and build aircrafts has long been recognized by…

The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) concluded two bilateral exercises with the Indonesian Air Force on Wednesday, December 3, 2014.  

The Indonesian Air Forces AS-332 Super Puma was reported crash landing at Bintang higland between Batom and Kiriwork districk near the border Papua New Guinea on Friday 11/28/2014.  

Indonesian Military (TNI) chief Gen. Moeldoko said the country had no intention of procuring an aircraft carrier to strengthen its primary defense system. “An aircraft carrier is inappropriate for the…

The Indonesian Air Force (TNI AU) has set a target to make a squadron of 24 F16 fighter jets operational at the Roesmin Nurjadin Air Base in the Riau provincial…

Indonesian Aerospace (IAe), also known as PT Dirgantara, is the only Southeast Asian country to produce military transport aircraft. Its portfolio includes the CN235, NC212i and C295, which all fit…

This year’s edition of the Singapore Air Show, held from 11-16 February, is the largest yet. The show has also attracted a remarkable array of aerobatic teams – no less…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) is actively seeking to expand its market reach into Africa and Latin America, focusing on the sales of its NC-212i and CN-235 aircraft. "First is expansion…

Thales and Indonesian state-owned company PT Len Industri (PT Len) signed a joint venture (JV) agreement on 30 May 2024. The agreement aims to establish a centre of excellence to…

Singapore Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen’s presence at the ongoing show and his meeting with Malaysia's Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim as well as Malaysian Minister of…

The Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) officially received a C-130J Super Hercules military transport aircraft at Halim Perdana Kusuma airbase in Jakarta today (Jan. 22). This marks the fourth delivery of…

Following the first and second tranches for six and 18 Rafale F4 jet fighters in September 2022 and August 2023, Indonesia has now finalized the third and final tranche for…

The Indonesian Ministry of Defense (Kementerian Pertahanan / Kemhan) has postponed its plan to acquire 12 Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets from the Qatar Emiri Air Force (QEAF) for the Indonesian…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) has completed the upgrade of  three CN235 MSA (Maritime Surveillance Aircraft) for the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF). The RMAF had contracted for the upgrade of three…

The Indonesian Ministry of Defense (Kementerian Pertahanan / Kemhan) will acquire an unknown quantity of Turkish-made Baykar’s Bayraktar TB2 and TAI’s Anka Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicles (UCAVs). This acquisition will…

Indonesian contract for two Airbus A400M military transport aircraft is now in full effect, according to Airbus Defence’s official social media account on Monday (Dec. 12). Signed during the Dubai…

The Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) is likely to acquire 12 ex-Qatar Emiri Air Force (QEAF) Mirage 2000-5 jet fighters. According to official sources, this is being taken as a stopgap…

Collins Aerospace’s Flight2 aftermarket avionics solution, which delivers the most cost-effective and lowest-risk CNS/ATM upgrade solution has been selected for the modernisation of the Indonesian Air Force’s C-130 military transport…

Honeywell has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) at the ongoing show, to explore sales opportunities for the former’s military airborne collision avoidance system…

With UAE based EDGE Group PJSC (EDGE) marking its maiden participation at the Indo Defence Expo & Forum, one of its Group entity’s, the precision-guided munitions manufacturer, AL TARIQ is…

Boeing Defence, Space & Security is looking to build on the success of its AH-64E Apache helicopter programme in Indonesia with a potential sale of the F-15EX. “If the F-15EX…

Indonesia's defence equipment procurement programs have seen a boost, since Prabowo Subianto began serving as the Indonesian Minister of Defence in 2019. With his ambitious plans to modernize Indonesia's military…

PT Infoglobal is displaying a full-scale mockup of a compact twin-engined jet fighter named I-22 Sikatan in the outdoor area at the Indo Defence 2022 show. The Indonesian avionics company…

Indonesia’s state-owned enterprise, PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) also known as Indonesian Aerospace (IAe) is one of the largest aerospace firms in the Southeast Asia region. PTDI is showcasing its aerospace…

The recently concluded Exercise Rajawali Ausindo, a biennial exercise between Indonesia and Australia, allowed both nations to test their air mobility capability to respond to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief…

The Indonesian Ministry of Defense (Kementerian Pertahanan/Kemhan) recently paid around USD1.3 billion to Dassault Aviation for six Rafale F3R jet fighters, French media La Tribune reported on Tuesday (Sept. 20).…

Indonesia will no longer pursue the development of the Elang Hitam drone as a military platform, said the Chairman of the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Laksana Tri Handoko…

The first C-130J-30 Super Hercules military transport aircraft for the Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) rolled out from Lockheed Martin’s assembly line, as shown on the company’s social media account on…

Indonesia's BPPT and Turkiye's SAGE have agreed to jointly develop a modular air-to-surface missile (ASM) to arm the future Indonesian-made Elang Hitam Medium Altitude, Long Endurance Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (MALE…

French multinational company Thales has signed a cooperation agreement with Indonesian state-owned enterprise PT Len to supply 13 Ground Master 403 (GM403) radars for the Indonesian Ministry of Defense (Kementerian…

Indonesian state-owned enterprise PT Pindad and Safran Electronics & Defense - a French defense company - are currently preparing a joint production for the Highly Agile Modular Munition Extended Range…

Indonesia’s Garuda Maintenance Facility AeroAsia (GMF AeroAsia) has received a certification from Lockheed Martin to conduct Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) activities for C-130H aircraft on Sunday (March 13). The…

Indonesia is considering the procurement of Turkey-made UAVs as well as setting up a joint project to design and produce UAV with Turkey in the future. On Jan. 30, Indonesia…

PT Dahana, an Indonesian state-owned enterprise in explosives Research and Development (R&D) and manufacturing, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and an Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) with Schlumberger Geophysics Nusantara…

The Indonesian Ministry of Finance (Kemenkeu) has approved a US$5.8 billion foreign loan in the current 2021 financial year for the Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI) and the Indonesian Ministry of…

PT Len Industri, an Indonesian state-owned enterprise, is preparing to build a radar manufacturing facility before the end of the year. The first product of the facility will be a…

South Korea on Friday officially unveiled the first prototype of KF-21 Boramae (보라매, Korean for "hawk") at a ceremony in Seoul. Six prototypes of the fighter that was previously known…

Terma has established itself in Indonesia with the opening of PT Terma Technologies Indonesia. The expansion emphasizes the company’s focus on the country, where it will pursue business opportunities within…

Indonesia is planning to buy 36 French-made Rafale and 15 U.S. made F-15EX jet fighters in the next three years. Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) Chief of Staff, Air Chief Marshal…

The U.S. has indicated that it is willing to sell the newest F- 15 and F/A-18 fighter jet types to Indonesia. Details of the potential purchase emerged during a recent…

The research and development department of the Indonesian Ministry of Defence (Balitbang Kemhan) and PT. LAPI ITB have successfully demonstrated the first prototype of a mobile passive radar system. The…

Indonesia has revised its timetable on the Elang Hitam (Black Eagle) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and now wants to achieve its goal of developing it as an Unmanned Combat Aerial…

Leonardo, the European leader in Electronic Warfare (EW), is promoting its proven SAGE EW system at the ongoing ADEX, as an ideal candidate for the Republic of Korea’s (RoK) helicopter…

  Inzpire Limited’s GECO Mission Support System will soon receive enhanced functionality with the addition of a beyond line of sight communications system. Inzpire’s GECO Systems enhance safety of missions…

Indonesia is continuing ahead with its ambitious plans to partner with South Korea for the 4.5 generation KF-X/IF-X programme. Daily News spoke with Nurkaswiyanto, Chief Engineer IF-X, Technology Centre Division,…

Leonardo and General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc (GA-ASI) have officially signed a deal to  invest in integrating Leonardo’s SAGE electronic warfare surveillance system onto the GA-ASI MQ-9B. >> Farnborough International…

Saab has begun its marketing campaign to promote the JAS-39 Gripen in Indonesia, as a replacement for the obsolete F-5E. The Swedish company is positioned to offer 44 aircraft that…

South Korea has completed the delivery of 16 T-50 supersonic trainer jets built by the Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) to Indonesia, the Korean aircraft maker said Thursday, February 13, paving…

Indonesia's new squadron of F16 fighter jets at the Roesmin Nurjadin Air Base in Pekanbaru, Riau province, is expected to start operating in one year, Air Force Chief of Staff…

Indonesia is set to deploy missiles around strategic choke points along its sea lanes, as announced by the Acting Secretary General of the Indonesian Ministry of Defence, Donny Ermawan Taufanto,…

Indonesian state-owned shipbuilder PT PAL laid the keel for the second improved Tarlac-class Strategic Sealift Vessel (SSV) intended for the Philippine Navy (PN) in Surabaya, on Wednesday (May 29). This…

Turkiye’s Secretariat of Defence Industries (Savunma Sanayii Başkanlığı-SSB), has two main objectives: modernization of Turkish Armed Forces, and establishing&developing a self sufficient Turkish defence industry ecosystem. SSB is also coordinating…

The upcoming 10th edition of Indo Defence 2024 Expo & Forum, renowned as one of the foremost international defence industry exhibitions and forums, is facing a scarcity of exhibition space.…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) is currently participating in the Defense Services Asia (DSA) 2024 defence exhibition, scheduled from 6th to 9th May 2024 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This exhibition, hosted…

It is not a coincidence that the Turkish contingent at the show is one of the largest. The Turkish defence industry, which has seen exponential growth over the last decade,…

Honeywell announced on Wednesday (Feb. 21) the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) at Singapore Airshow 2024. The MoU aims to enhance the overall…

The Indonesian Maritime Security Agency (Badan Keamanan Laut / Bakamla) and representatives from the United States (U.S.) inaugurated the "Anambas" Maritime Training Center building on Monday (Jan. 29). Located at…

More than 1.000 domestic and international companies from 60 countries are expected to attend Indo Defence 2024 that will take place from Nov. 6-9 next year in Jakarata. Encouraged by…

Leonardo is eyeing significant growth prospects for its helicopter offerings in South East Asia.  The company which is participating in the ongoing LIMA, has a wide range of helicopters in…

The 13th edition of IMDEX Asia is reiterating its standing as the one the preeminent maritime trade show in the region and returns after a four year hiatus. Growing maritime…

Leonardo is participating its multi-domain technologies developed to meet the needs of governments and armed forces, as well as building on its position as a reliable partner of the Indonesian…

The Indo Defence 2022 expo marked a new achievement for Turkish defence firms. With one of the largest delegations in one of the largest defence expos in Southeast Asia, Turkish…

French defence firm, Thales, which has a longstanding presence in Indonesia of over 40 years is showcasing its wide range of products at the show. Thales has seen much success…

UK defence technology specialist SEA, and BTI Defence, the leading Indonesian defence procurement company have entered into a strategic partnership to provide the Indonesian Ministry of Defence (MOD) and Navy…

Nexter is growing its partnership with Indonesia and will seek to build on recent successes to further grow its portfolio of products with the Indian armed forces. Nexter’s know-how covers…

Having bagged Indonesia as the first export customer for its Arrowhead 140 Frigate (AH140) design, UK aerospace, defence and security company, Babcock is looking at replicating this success in the…

The Royal Jordanian Air Force (RJAF) will buy 10 Bell 505 light helicopters to train its next generation pilots. The contract includes the delivery of the aircraft with a flight…

UAE based EDGE Group PJSC (EDGE) is participating at the ongoing show for the first time and is marking a major presence at Indo Defence with an eye on Indonesia…

The bilateral Garuda Shield training event between the Indonesian Army and the U.S. Army grew into this year’s “Super Garuda Shield” exercises, which emerged as one of the biggest joint,…

Dassault Aviation is eyeing new markets for its Rafale fighter jet which has rapidly notched up export orders from seven export customers. SE Asia remains a key market for the…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) delivered a CN235 MSA (Maritime Surveillance Aircraft) to the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) on Friday (Oct. 7). The plane with the M44-05 tail number is…

South Korea successfully concluded the first flight of the KF-21 Boramae, its first indigenous 4.5th generation fighter jet, on Wednesday (19 July). The aircraft took off from Korea Aerospace Industries…

Navies from six ASEAN countries will participate in the 28th Rim of the Pacific Exercise (RIMPAC) around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California between 29 June and 4 August. First…

The 16th annual Garuda Shield multi-national joint exercise scheduled to be held between 1 and 14 August this year, is set to be the largest ever conducted in Indonesia with…

After signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Malaysia’s G7 Aerospace at DSA 2022 event on Monday (Mar. 28), Infoglobal will export six additional Multi-Purpose Cockpit Displays (MPCDs) to Malaysia…

Five Indonesian State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) in the defense sector have officially formed a holding company called "Defend ID". PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI), PT PAL Indonesia (PT PAL), PT Pindad and…

The U.S State Department on Thursday approved the potential sale of 36 F-15EX Eagle II jet fighters, including related supports and spare parts, to Indonesia. The deal is estimated to…

Indonesia has become the latest country to buy Rafale jet fighters after signing an initial contract for six of the French-made combat aircraft in Jakarta on Feb. 10. Indonesia will…

South Korea and Indonesia on Thursday concluded talks to solve the late payment from the Indonesian side in the KF-21/IF-X joint jet fighter project between the two nations. According to…

South Korea is currently in negotiations with Norway, Saudi Arabia, UAE and Qatar for the export of defence products manufactured by its domestic companies. Lee Jong ho, who is in…

With Malaysia planning to acquire a sizeable number of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) is showcasing its Anka MALE UAV for the first time at LIMA 2019.…

“My ambition is to have an Indonesian Combat Management System and I truly believe that this can be achieved within the next 2 years.” Daily News caught up with Erik-Jan…

The Indonesian Government, the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) and the Airbus Foundation have been working together to support humanitarian relief efforts in Palu, Indonesia with the deployment of a…

The Indonesian military is now weighing advanced fighter jets to replace the F-5 E/F Tiger II light attack planes, which have been in service with its air forces in the…

The Abbott government will spend $4 billion buying eight P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol planes for the Royal Australian Air Force. The US-built aircraft will be delivered in 2017 to replace…

Indonesian warships, including torpedo and missile craft, have been moved to its border with Australia following Australia's admission last week that some of its vessels had inadvertently entered Indonesian waters.…

Indonesia could obtain up to seven additional Airbus Military C295 tactical transport planes, which would bring its eventual total of the type to 16 aircraft. "Having 16 will allow the…