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Shifting
S h if t in g
Perspectives:
P e r s p e c t i ve s :
Advocating for the Extensive Adoption
of Amphibious Aviation in Indonesia
By Yulian Ardiansyah
ndonesia, the sprawling unexplored. It is time to change of aviation infrastructure, the
archipelago spanning thou- this narrative and embrace a implementation of amphibious
I sands of islands, is a nation future where amphibious aircraft aircraft remains limited, leaving
of immense beauty, cultural play a pivotal role in shaping significant gaps in accessibility,
richness, and unparalleled Indonesia’s comprehensive especially in reaching remote
biodiversity. However, beneath development. and isolated regions.
its picturesque surface lies a
tale of disparate connectivity The vastness of Indonesia is Consider the plight of travellers
and unrealized economic poten- undeniable. Stretching across seeking to explore the breath-
tial, particularly in the realm of three time zones, this archipe- taking waters of Raja Ampat,
aviation. While conventional lagic nation presents unique located in Indonesia’s West
land-based flights dominate challenges and opportunities for Papua province, from Sultan
its skies, the untapped possi- transportation and connectivity. Hasanuddin International Airport
bilities of amphibious aviation While traditional land-based air- in Makassar, South Sulawesi
in this country remain largely craft have been the cornerstone province.
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