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Indonesian aviation diplomacy and industry expansion
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Indonesia is expanding its presence in international aviation through both diplomatic efforts and domestic industry growth. The nation is pursuing a seat on the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Council for the 2026-2027 term, Council, following a five-year period of absence caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Indonesia has officially announced its candidacy for the ICAO Council for the 2026–2028 period. During a diplomatic reception at ICAO headquarters in Montreal, Indonesian Ambassador to Canada Muhsin Syihab emphasized that aviation is vital for connecting the archipelago to the rest of the world. Director General of Air Transportation Lukman F. Laisa noted that for a nation of 280 million people spread across 17,000 islands, civil aviation is “a way of life rather than just an industry.” ICAO Council President Toshiyuki Onuma acknowledged Indonesia’s contributions to aviation capacity in developing nations, specifically highlighting the Indonesia Developing Countries Training Program (DCTP), which has shared expertise with over 60 countries. This candidacy follows more than two decades since Indonesia last served on the strategic body. To support this candidacy, its international standing, AirNav Indonesia is showcasing continues to showcase technological advancements, including such as artificial intelligence for drone-based runway inspections and System Wide Information Management (SWIM). Concurrently, the Indonesian aviation sector has seen BBN Airlines Indonesia join the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The Jakarta-based carrier, which specializes in wet-lease and charter services, achieved this (IATA) following its 2025 IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) completion. The airline intends IOSA completion, with plans to expand its fleet with an Airbus A320 by December 2026.
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