Top Aviation Companies in Indonesia

The aviation industry in Indonesia plays a critical role in the country's economy, connecting people and goods across the archipelago and contributing significantly to its GDP. In 2022, the aviation industry in Indonesia experienced significant growth and success, thanks to several factors, including government initiatives and the increasing demand for air travel. In this article, we will discuss various aspects of the aviation industry in Indonesia, including its GDP and employment, factors contributing to its growth and success, each sub-sector's growth and comparison to previous years, key trends, challenges, and future outlook.

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AIRNAV INDONESIA1,502 +62 21 55915000 ext. 5135

AirNav Indonesia was established in 16 September 2012. AirNav Indonesia was formed to merged 3 (three) main ATS provider (Angkasa Pura I, Angkasa Pura II and Government Operated ATS) as a single air navigation service provider in Indonesia.The transition from former ATS provider to AirNav Indonesia is scheduled in 2 phases...to be continue

AIRNORTH166 +61 1800 627 474

Airnorth is Australia’s second-longest running airline and has been mastering Australia’s northern skies for over 40 years. From as far north as Timor-Leste to areas all across Australia, our unwavering passion and dedication will ensure that you reach your destination comfortably and safely. Employing over 200 people in our Darwin and Perth bases. Whether it’s helping people to experience the true beauty and diversity of our land for leisure, or transporting hard-working locals of the region for business, Airnorth is proud to play a part in strengthening communities.To book now, head to www.airnorth.com.au or call 1800 627 474.Share your adventures with us!Instagram: @airnorthauFacebook: @AirnorthAU#AirnorthAU

PACE923 +65 6368 6778

At XOJET Aviation, we are committed to delivering personalized service, trusted advice, and smart private jet solutions to the most sophisticated private flyers. Our team of dedicated employees is at the foundation of our mission to deliver distinctive service, every day. We are a company who cares deeply about our people, and are continuously seeking positive, committed, and talented individuals to join our team.

CARGO COMMUNITY NETWORK103 +65 6776 4889

CARGO COMMUNITY NETWORK PTE LTD (CCN) has been at the forefront of promoting paperless exchange of cargo related information between all parties within the airfreight community since 1991. we harness the sophistication and progression of IT to bring about convenience and simplicity to all our valued clients and partners. Our VisionTo be the leading global airfreight solutions provider through product excellence and quality service.Our MissionWe are the leading provider of innovative, cost effective e-service solutions which together with our extensive network connectivity enhances the competitive advantage of our customers in the airfreight industry.

DNATA15,996 +65 6511 0288

dnata is a leading global air and travel services provider. Established in 1959, the company offers quality and safe ground handling, cargo, travel, catering and retail services in 36 countries across six continents. In the financial year 2021-22, dnata’s customer-oriented teams handled over 527,000 aircraft turns, moved 3 million tonnes of cargo, uplifted 39.9 million meals, and recorded a total transaction value (TTV) of travel services of US$ 632 million. For more information, visit dnata.com.

FLYFIREFLY SDN BHD277 +65 6363 6888

Firefly began operations in April 2007 as a short haul airline operating out of the Subang and Penang hubs. Currently, we operate a fleet of 12 ATR 72-500 turboprops, connecting various destination points within Malaysia, Singapore, Southern Thailand and Sumatera Indonesia, while aligning with the Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand Growth Triangle (IMT-GT) agenda.Firefly offers a great value for money for our all-in-fare, convenience of a city airport, greater flight frequency, reliability with 97% OTP, 20kg complimentary baggage allowance, fast check-in and boarding and complimentary in-flight refreshments. We have also put in place the new norm safety, health and precautionary measures on the ground and on board for the well-being of our passengers, crew and staff.In 2018, Firefly was awarded the Tourism Malaysia Council Gold Award under the Airlines category. In addition to that, Firefly was conferred the Superbrand status in 2017 and 2011; winner of the Putra Brand Awards 2014 under the Transportation, Travel and Tourism category, as well as Putra Brand Awards 2012 Most Promising Brand of the Year; Brand Laureate’s Best Brand in Aviation 2011; Frost & Sullivan’s Value Airline of the Year Award 2010; and the Green Initiative of the Year Award by Leaders in Aviation in conjunction with Doha Aviation Summit 2010.Last April, Firefly launched its Boeing 737-800 jets from Penang to Langkawi, Johor Bharu, Kuching and Kota Kinabalu. This August, the services will be expanded to Phuket, Thailand, as part of international routes expansion and connecting people within the country. Firefly engages the public via our website and social media; Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube.

FL TECHNICS, AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ORGANISATION835 +62 815-8670-1282

FL Technics is a global provider of tailor-made solutions for aircraft maintenance and repair, providing one-stop-shop maintenance to commercial aviation customers across Europe, the CIS, and Asia-Pacific.We hold offices in Lithuania, the United Kingdom, Thailand, Indonesia, and China, and provides Base Maintenance services in Lithuania and Indonesia. But that is not all, we have an extensive network of 70 Line Maintenance stations across Europe, Asia Pacific, CIS, and Africa. Driven by ambitious growth targets and a desire to become a leader in our field, we pride ourselves on the experience and expertise we have built in the key areas of Training, Engineering, Design, Components and Materials, and AOG.We are an EASA Part-145, Part-M, Part-147, Part-21, GCAA Part-21 certified company, with certificate approvals in Bermuda and other countries.Our Asian network is an important and growing wing of our business. Our subsidiary FL Technics Indonesia is an FAA Part-145, DGCA Indonesia Part-145, CAA Thailand Part-145, CAA Vietnam Part-145, CAA Philippine Part-145, SSCA Cambodia Part-145, Lao Part-145, and Bailiwick Guernsey 2-Reg certified MRO company. Our FL Technics and ARI joint venture in China FL ARI holds CAAC Part-145 and AFRA Disassembly certificates.We currently service a wide range of Boeing, Airbus, ATR, Embraer, Bombardier CRJ, and other types of aircraft. For more information, please visit www.fltechnics.comFL Technics is part of the Avia Solutions Group family, the world’s largest ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) provider, with a fleet of 173 aircraft. The group also provides a range of aviation services including, MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul), pilot and crew training, ground handling, as well as a variety of associated services. Supported by 11,500 highly skilled aviation professionals, the group operates in 68 countries worldwide.

PT LION AIR4,161 +62 21 63798000

Indonesian company which has many fleets and wide commercial flight. Currently has B737-300, B737-400, MD82, MD90, Dash8, B737-900ER, B747-400.As the subsidary of Lion Air, Lion Technics provide full aircraft operation and maintenance technically (line maintenance, heavy maintenance, base maintenance, components shop, logistics, and engineering services)

AIRASIA12,202 +65 6511 0039

It all starts here. 23 years ago, a dream took flight - shaping and forever changing the travel industry in Asia. The idea was simple - make flying affordable for everyone. We started off as just an airline, but today we are now something much, much more. From a network of gateways and getaways, our businesses now include making logistics and banking more accessible (Teleport, BigPay), linking farms with businesses (airasia grocer), and offering online tech education and entrepreneurship (airasia Academy). airasia Super App, our one-stop travel and lifestyle platform, offers more than 15 lines of products -- from travel to lifestyle to finance, there is something on airasia Super App for everyone.

MALINDO AIR1,747 +65 6339 6904

Malindo Air is a Malaysian airline with main hubs at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and the convenient KL downtown city airport Subang Skypark in Selangor, Malaysia. The airline took to the skies in March 2013 with domestic flights and has since grown to operate routes to all major airports in Malaysia and across the continents of Asia and Australia. The fleet itself has grown exponentially to 14 ATR72-600 and 29 Boeing 737 as of September 2019. The airline also obtained the IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA).Today, the airline operates over 1,400 flights weekly across a continuously growing network of about 57 routes in the region. Also an IATA airline member, Malindo Air codeshare with Turkish Airline, Lion Air, Batik Air, as well as an interlining partner to Xiamen Air, All Nippon Airways (ANA), Turkish Airline, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Oman Air, and Pakistan Airlines.Malindo Air has recently won Airline Passenger Experience Exquisite Pic Award” by Thomas Edison Advertisement (TEA) Awards. Previous awards included Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) 2018 Four Star Major Regional Airline Recognition and Malaysia Best Employer Brand Awards 2018, CAPA’s 2016 Asia Pacific Regional Airline of the Year, New Comer of the Year, Australia 2016/17 by Expedia.com., TOP Recognition - Malaysia SME® Preferred Airline Partner, Airline of the Year (Passenger) at the KLIA Awards 2014 and Top Performing Airline 2015 by Travelport.

PT ANGKASA PURA I (PERSERO)546 +62 21 6541961

PT Angkasa Pura I (Persero) history as the pioneer of airport commercial operator in Indonesia began at 1962. Since February 20, 1964 PT Angkasa Pura I (Persero) officially took over the assets and operations of Kemayoran International Airport,Jakarta from the Ministry of Air Transportation Republic of Indonesia.The Company’s managed airports have strategic locations, situated in central business areas (Surabaya, Makassar, Balikpapan, Banjarmasin, and Semarang) as well as prime tourism destinations (Bali, Yogyakarta, Surakarta, Manado, Lombok,Ambon and Kupang) of Indonesia.Currently, PT Angkasa Pura I (Persero) manages 14 airports in central and easternIndonesia. In addition, PT Angkasa Pura I (Persero) also have 5 subsidiaries, namely Angkasa Pura Logistics, Angkasa Pura Property, Angkasa Pura Supports, Angkasa Pura Hotels, and Angkasa Pura Retail.

ANGKASA PURA | AIRPORTS1,668 +62 21 6541961

PT. Angkasa Pura | Airports operates 13 airports, 1 air traffic service center and 2 cargo warehousing throughout eastern Indonesia: 1. Ngurah Rai International Airport, Denpasar, Bali2. Juanda International Airport, Surabaya, East Java3. Sepinggan International Airport, Balikpapan, East Kallimantan4. Hasanuddin International Airport, Makasar, South Sulawesi5. Sam Ratulangi Airport, Manado, North Sulawesi6. Adisumarmo International Airport, Solo, Central Java7. Frans Kaisiepo Airport, Biak, Papua8. Lombok International Airport, Mataram, West Nusa Tenggara9. Pattimura Airport, Ambon, Maluku10. Achmad Yani International Airport, Semarang, Central Java11. Adisucipto International Airport, Jogjakarta, Jogjakarta Special Region12. Syamsudin Noor Airport, Banjarmasin, South Kalimantan13. El Tari Airport, Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara14. Warehousing Sultan Hasanuddin Makassar15. Warehousing Sepinggan BalikpapanSince 2012 Angkasa Pura | Airports have 4 subsidiaries:Angkasa Pura | LogisticsAngkasa Pura | HotelAngkasa Pura | PropertyAngkasa Pura | Support

SUSI AIR463 +62 811-2111-080

PT. ASI Pudjiastuti Aviation (Susi Air) holds an Air Operator Certificate AOC 135-028. Founded in 2004, Susi Air started operating with 2 aircraft in December 2004, Operations in Medan started on the 27th of December 2004 in response to the earthquake and tsunami which destroyed large parts of the area. Ever since, 2 aircraft have been permanently based in Medan, and after initially providing charter flights for aid organizations, by 2006 Susi Air started to develop scheduled routes based out of Medan. The company has developed significantly outside of Medan as well. At present, Susi Air operates a fleet of 50 aircraft, consisting of 32 Cessna Grand Caravan C208B, 9 Pilatus PC-6 Turbo Porter, 3 Piaggio P180 Avanti II, 1 Air Tractor AT802 “Fuel Hauler”, 1 Diamond Twin Star DA42, 1 Piper Archer PA-28 and 1 LET 410 for fixed-wing aircraft. Helicopter operations started late 2009 with 1 Agusta Westland Grand A109S and 1 Agusta Westland Koala A119Ke joining the fleet in March 2010.Susi Air has 20 main operational bases in Medan, Banda Aceh, Padang, Dabo, Bengkulu, Jakarta, Pangandaran, Palangkaraya, Samarinda, Tarakan, Malinau, Kupang, Masamba, Manokwari, Biak, Nabire, Timika, Jayapura, Wamena, and Merauke. Operations are supported by a total of more than 140 pilots, 75 aircraft engineers and mechanics and 650 other ground and support staff.

SCOOT1,332 +65 3138 4047

Scoot is the low-cost arm of the Singapore Airlines Group, operating short, medium, and long-haul flights. Scoot took to the skies in June 2012 and merged with Tigerair Singapore in July 2017, retaining the Scoot brand and positioning it well for a new chapter of growth. Scoot was voted the Best Low Cost Airline (Asia/Pacific) by AirlineRatings.com for 4 consecutive years, and ranked in the Top 10 of the World’s Best Low-Cost Airlines in 2015 and 2018 by Skytrax! In 2019, Scoot won “Best Low-Cost Carrier” at the 30th TTG Asia Awards and the Travel Weekly Asia 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards.Our people have big smiles and even bigger personalities. People with passion—passion for travel, passion for people, passion for pushing boundaries. An airline with a different attitude. People with a different attitude. Scootitude.If you think you have Scootitude and aspire to grow with us, check out available opportunities here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/scoot/jobs

SINGAPORE AIRLINES13,014 +65 6541 3843

Welcome aboard Singapore Airlines on LinkedIn. Discover travel inspirations, business travel tips, cultural insights, our latest updates, and more. Singapore Airlines is a global company dedicated to providing air transportation services of the highest quality and to maximising returns for the benefit of its shareholders and employees. We have come a long way since our founding in 1972, evolving from a regional airline to one of the most respected travel brands around the world. We fly one of the youngest aircraft fleets in the world to destinations spanning a network across five continents, with the famed Singapore Girl as our internationally-recognisable icon providing the high standards of care and service that customers have come to expect of us.Please refer to https://bit.ly/2Z2MVN1 for guidelines on our social media channels.

TRAVIRA AIR393 +62 21 80870554

Welcome to Travira Air, a world-class air charter service operator headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia. A boutique, highly-focused and professional company, we take pride in the reputation we have established as the preferred air charter service in Indonesia today, a reputation build on hard work one step at a time. Our goal is simply to offer the highest standards of professionalism and service. For more than 20 years, Travira Air has established a reputation for providing aviation solutions for a wide variety of domestic and international clients including blue chip multinational corporations, Oil & Gas Companies, Mining and also catering a handful of exclusive luxury resorts. We are Flight Safety Foundation BARS GOLD standard registered which is fully compliant with aviation standard for Mining industries.We believe that our selection of fleet offers a range of aircraft that suit your air transportation needs, from helicopters to regional jetliners. The majority of our client relationships comprise of medium and long term contracts, aircraft management, although we occasionally engage in spot charters for tourism and medical evacuation services. Please do not hesitate to contact us or simply arrange a visit at our facilities, to find out what we can do for you. We look forward to your inquiries, suggestions and ideas. We will be happy to discuss a custom tailored solution according to your needs. commercial@travira-air.com

VIETNAM AIRLINES844 +84 1900 1800

World-class AirlineFor 20 years of development at an average annual growth rate consistently in double-digit number, the national flag carrier has marked an obvious advance to become a major competitor in the Asian aviation market, owning a modern fleet of Airbus and Boeing planes flown by well trained professionals.Beginning with non-regular domestic services, today Vietnam Airlines operates to 21 cities throughout the country and 28 international destinations in Asia, Europe, and Australia. Its network extends to 26 countries and territories.Positioning itself as a young, modern carrier whose brand is characterized by Vietnamese traditional culture and internationally recognized, Vietnam Airlines is purchasing world’s most modern, environment-friendly aircraft, such as Boeing 787 and Airbus A350-900 and making constant efforts to improve its service quality. The airline is striving to become one of the most favourable carriers in the Asia-Pacific region.

B&H WORLDWIDE154 +65 6842 4113

B&H Worldwide, named the worlds Best-in-class Aerospace Logistics Supplier and recipient of multiple industry awards, is the market leader in the highly specialist aerospace logistics industry. Over the last 30 years B&H has expanded through a combination of investment and acquisition to become a multi-national specialist aerospace logistics organisation. B&H Worldwide provides comprehensive logistics solutions for the management of aerospace components of any size and any description, anywhere in the world. We are solely dedicated to the aerospace industry. With our broad customer base of leading airlines, spare part stockists, MROs and repair vendors, we are committed to providing specialised solutions for handling critical parts, from aircraft engines and specialist avionics through to components and consumables. Operating across the globe from our strategically located hubs, supported by our highly specialised global AOG centre, B&H is ready to provide industry leading support for all your critical service needs, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The B&H brand has become a recognized market leader due to our innovative and IT centric solutions, which are highly tailored to integrate with our customer’s operating models and IT platforms, driving out the cost of process inefficiencies while optimising service performance.

TRANSNUSA AVIATION MANDIRI191 +62 21 6310888

PT. TransNusa Aviation Mandiri, is an Indonesian Domestic Airline that was launched in August 2005 focusing on medium service segmentation by operating with ATR Aircraft type, serving various destinations in the east of Indonesia, mainly Nusa Tenggara and Southern Sulawesi. In August 2011, TransNusa entered a new stage by receiving its own Air Operators Certificate (AOC) and scheduled commercial airline permit. As company grows rapidly and adapts new business trends, starting from December 2021, TransNusa shifted its business model into Low Cost Carrier (LCC) segmentation and currently uses JET Engine as a main fleet. For more information, visit our website at transnusa.co.id

CITILINK INDONESIA1,588 +62 804 108 0808

Citilink Indonesia has become the fastest growing airline in Indonesia since 2011 at the time when it took the first Airbus A320 aircraft and accelerated growth as part of Garuda Group’s effort to compete aggressively on the budget traveler segment.PT Citilink Indonesia is a subsidiary of Garuda Indonesia which based on the Natakusumah Notarial Deed No. 01 dated January 6th, 2009 in Sidoarjo, East Java. The deed of establishment was approved by Ministry of Law and Human Rights (Kemenkunham) under approval letter No. AHU-14555.AH.01.01 year 2009 dated April 22nd, 2009. Citilink Indonesias shareholder at the time of its establishment was 67% PT Garuda Indonesia (Persero) Tbk. (Garuda) and 33% PT Aerowisata (Aerowisata).Since May 2011, Citilink Indonesia’s flight was managed by Garuda Indonesia’s Strategic Business Unit (SBU) which operated under Garuda’s AOC and using Garuda flight number.In accordance to the Deed No. 23 dated January 13th, 2012 about changes in capital deposits and Deed No. 91 dated August 10th, 2012 about additional capital in form of airplanes, therefore Citilink Indonesias shareholders are Garuda (94.3% ) and Aerowisata (5.7%).With the provision of flight license SIUAU/NB-027 dated January 27th, 2012 and flight certificate AOC 121-046 dated June 22nd, 2012, Citilink Indonesia began to operates independently since July 30th, 2012 with IATA flight code QG, ICAO designation CTV and call sign “Supergreen”.Vision and Mission Vision: To become a world-class LCC with sustainable profitability and the most admired company in Indonesia.Mission: Improve the quality of peoples lives by providing disruption-free air transportation that has high reliability and international security standards through a touch of Indonesian hospitality.

Top Aviation Companies in Indonesia

Key Statistics from 2022

The aviation industry in Indonesia is a significant contributor to the country's GDP, generating billions of dollars in revenue each year. According to the Ministry of Transportation, the industry's contribution to the country's GDP in 2022 was estimated to be around IDR 300 trillion, representing an increase of 4.2% compared to the previous year. The industry also provides employment opportunities for hundreds of thousands of people, both directly and indirectly, making it one of the largest employers in the country.

Factors Contributing to its Growth and Success

Several factors have contributed to the aviation industry's growth and success in Indonesia. One of the main factors is the government's initiatives to promote tourism and infrastructure development. The government has invested heavily in building new airports, upgrading existing infrastructure, and promoting Indonesia as a tourist destination.

Another factor is the increasing demand for air travel from the public and businesses. The growth of the middle class, rising income levels, and increasing connectivity across the archipelago have all contributed to the growth of the aviation industry in Indonesia.

Each Sub-sector's Growth and Comparison to Previous Years

The aviation industry in Indonesia is composed of several sub-sectors, including airlines, airports, and air navigation services. In 2022, the airlines sub-sector saw the most significant growth, with revenue increasing by 5.4%, reaching IDR 200 trillion. The airports sub-sector also saw growth, with revenue increasing by 4.8%, reaching IDR 70 trillion. The air navigation services sub-sector experienced growth, with revenue increasing by 4.2%, reaching IDR 30 trillion.

Key Trends

One of the key trends in the aviation industry in Indonesia is the adoption of new technologies to improve safety and efficiency. The industry is embracing digitalization, automation, and artificial intelligence to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve passenger experience. Another trend is the growing emphasis on sustainability and eco-friendliness, such as the use of biofuels and the reduction of carbon emissions.

Challenges

Despite the aviation industry's growth and success in Indonesia, there are still several challenges that the industry faces. One of the main challenges is the limited infrastructure and airport capacity, particularly in popular tourist destinations. Another challenge is the need for more qualified and trained aviation personnel, such as pilots and air traffic controllers, to meet the growing demand for air travel.

Future Outlook

The future outlook for the aviation industry in Indonesia is positive, with continued growth and development expected in the coming years. The government's initiatives to promote tourism and infrastructure development, coupled with the increasing demand for air travel, are expected to drive growth and investment in the industry.

One of the key areas of focus for the industry will be the development of infrastructure and airport capacity to meet the growing demand for air travel. The industry is also expected to adopt more advanced technologies, such as the use of artificial intelligence and robotics, to improve safety and efficiency.

Finally, the industry is expected to continue to embrace sustainability and eco-friendliness, as more stakeholders place greater emphasis on environmental impact. This trend is expected to grow in importance, as the industry seeks to reduce its carbon footprint and meet global sustainability goals.

Conclusion

The aviation industry in Indonesia plays a crucial role in connecting people and goods across the vast archipelago. It is also an important driver of the country's economy, generating billions of dollars in revenue and providing employment opportunities. The industry's growth and success in 2022 can be attributed to several factors, including government initiatives, the increasing demand for air travel, and the adoption of new technologies.

However, the industry still faces challenges, such as limited airport capacity and the need for more qualified personnel. These challenges will need to be addressed to ensure the industry's continued growth and success in the future. Additionally, the industry will need to continue to adopt new technologies and emphasize sustainability and eco-friendliness to remain competitive in a rapidly changing global market.

Overall, the future outlook for the aviation industry in Indonesia is positive, with continued growth and development expected in the coming years. The industry's contribution to the country's economy and connectivity across the archipelago will be crucial to Indonesia's development and global competitiveness.

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By Melissa Goh
Published on 12 May 2023