August 26th, 2026
PTDI Hosts National Symposium to Strengthen Air Connectivity and Strategic Collaboration
Bandung (26/08) – As it marks its 50th anniversary, PT Dirgantara Indonesia (Persero) (PTDI) continues to reaffirm its commitment to strengthening the national aerospace industry and delivering innovation for the future of Indonesian aviation. That commitment was realized through the National Symposium held in celebration of PTDI's 50th anniversary, under the theme "Strengthening Air Connectivity for Equitable Development, Economic Growth, and the Self-Reliance of Indonesia's Aviation Industry." The symposium formed part of the series of events marking PTDI's 50th anniversary and served as a forum to strengthen collaboration and formulate strategic steps in developing air connectivity, particularly pioneer aviation routes, and the national aerospace industry ecosystem.
In his remarks, PTDI's President Director stated, "Indonesia is an archipelagic nation. Connectivity is not a luxury; it is a fundamental development need. Many regions require aircraft capable of reaching short runways, carrying people, logistics, healthcare services, and economic hope to every corner of the archipelago. PTDI stands ready to work and to fulfill the trust placed in us. Let us build the aerospace ecosystem as a strategic investment, not only for today, but for technological sovereignty, national resilience, and the future of Indonesia's generations to come."
Held on Wednesday (26/08) at PTDI's N219 Final Assembly Line (FAL) Hangar in Bandung, the symposium was attended by the Deputy Minister of National Development Planning/Deputy Head of the National Development Planning Agency (PPN/Bappenas), Febrian Alphyanto Ruddyard, as keynote speaker; the Deputy Minister of Health, Benjamin Paulus Octavianus; the Deputy Governor of West Java, Erwan Setiawan; the Mayor of Bandung, Muhammad Farhan; the Directorate General of Defense Potential (Ditjen Pothan) of the Ministry of Defense, Sri Yanto; the President Director of PT Len Industri (Persero), Joga Dharma Setiawan; and PTDI's Deputy President Commissioner, Bagus Puruhito. The event also brought together representatives from government, the legislature, airline operators, and national and global aerospace industry players.
In his keynote address, Febrian Alphyanto Ruddyard said, "Our challenge going forward is no longer simply proving that Indonesia can build aircraft. The next challenge is turning that capability into a national economic strength by strengthening the local supply chain. An aircraft never stands alone; behind it lies a chain of components, materials, avionics, software, research, certification, as well as Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO). The question for PTDI over the next 50 years, therefore, is how many components are made in Indonesia, how many national companies are part of the supply chain, and how much added value stays within the country. We must unite three elements that have long remained separate, namely demand, supply, and financing, within a single, consistent national policy to support pioneer routes. We must view pioneer routes not merely as a social subsidy, but as an investment in regional economic development, in which the N219 can play a leading role as a connector of national connectivity."
The National Symposium marking PTDI's 50th anniversary served as a strategic forum to strengthen cross-sector collaboration among the government, the national aerospace industry, and airline operators in support of equitable development, economic growth, public service, and self-reliance of the national aviation industry, particularly in underdeveloped, outermost, remote, and border (3TP) regions. Discussions covered strengthening pioneer aviation policy, the sustainability of flight operations and business models, the development of the national aerospace industry ecosystem, and the utilization of the N219 as one of the solutions for air connectivity across Indonesia's regions.
Inauguration of the N219 FAL Hangar and Symbolic Handover of the Commercial N219 First-Cutting Part
The event continued with the inauguration of the N219 FAL Hangar, marked by the signing of an inscription plaque by the Deputy Minister of PPN/Bappenas, Febrian Alphyanto Ruddyard, witnessed by the Deputy Minister of Health, Benjamin Paulus Octavianus; the Deputy Governor of West Java, Erwan Setiawan; the Mayor of Bandung, Muhammad Farhan; the Directorate General of Defense Potential of the Ministry of Defense, Sri Yanto; the President Director of PT Len Industri (Persero), Joga Dharma Setiawan; PTDI's President Director, Gita Amperiawan; and PTDI's Deputy President Commissioner, Bagus Puruhito. The event continued with the symbolic handover of the Commercial N219 First-Cutting Part to the President Director of PT Mitra Aviasi Perkasa (PT MAP), Septo Adjie Sudiro, witnessed by the Deputy Minister of Health, Benjamin Paulus Octavianus.
The inauguration of the N219 FAL Hangar and the symbolic handover of the Commercial N219 First-Cutting Part form part of PTDI's efforts to strengthen manufacturing readiness while supporting the development of the N219 as one of the solutions for national air connectivity, particularly in regions with challenging geographic characteristics.
Strengthening Strategic Collaboration for the Development of the Aerospace Ecosystem
On this occasion, PTDI also concluded a number of strategic cooperation agreements with regional governments, ministries, as well as industry partners and global Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). These agreements cover the strengthening of business and investment, the development of industrial capabilities, the utilization of PTDI products for air connectivity and healthcare services, and the strengthening of industrial and commercial cooperation at the global level.
The signing ceremony opened with a sale-and-purchase contract for 3 (three) N219 aircraft units between PTDI and PT BIBU Panji Sakti, as part of efforts to expand the use of the N219 for air connectivity needs. PTDI then signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Mamberamo Raya Regency, represented by the Regent of Mamberamo Raya, Robby W. Rumansara, concerning cooperation on the operation of N219 aircraft in Mamberamo Raya Regency.
To support business development and industrial capability, PTDI signed an MoU with Ravelware as well as an MoU with PT Cipta Teknologi Mandiri concerning business and capability development plans in the production and aerostructure sectors. PTDI also signed an MoU with PT Invest Indo International on strategic cooperation in business development, investment, supply chain, and operations.
Meanwhile, through an Industrial and Commercial Agreement (ICA) with Bell Textron Inc., PTDI strengthened its production and commercial cooperation through collaboration on helicopter sales and marketing, customer-specific helicopter customization, and the strengthening of PTDI's role as a delivery center and Bell Authorized Maintenance Center (AMC) for the Bell 505 and Bell 412 helicopters. The agreement also lays the groundwork for further industrial cooperation, including the fulfillment and recognition of local content, countertrade, and/or offset arrangements in Indonesia. The series of activities also included the screening of a video on the submission of a Letter of Intent (LoI) with Lassac, as part of strengthening PTDI's network of strategic partnerships.
Following the series of cooperation signings, the event continued with a doorstop session and a panel discussion featuring five panelists: the Director of the Directorate of Airworthiness and Aircraft Operations (DKPPU), Sokhib Al Rokhman; the Deputy for Infrastructure at Bappenas, Abdul Malik Sadat Idris; Senator for Papua, David Harold Waromi; CEO of Ravelware, Randy Budi Wicaksono; and the President Director of PT MAP, Septo Adjie Sudiro.
Through the National Symposium marking its 50th anniversary, PTDI reaffirms its commitment to continuously strengthening collaboration with the government, airline operators, industry partners, and other stakeholders in advancing equitable access to air transportation while strengthening the national aerospace ecosystem. With enhanced manufacturing capabilities, product innovation, and strategic partnerships in place, PTDI remains optimistic that it can deliver aviation solutions suited to Indonesia's needs and contribute to achieving self-reliance and competitiveness in the national aerospace industry.
For further information, please contact :
Public Relations (Humas) PT Dirgantara Indonesia (Persero)
Phone: Phone: +62 22 6055165
Email: pub-rel@indonesian-aerospace.com
Source: Humas PTDI