Stans, Switzerland. The Indonesian Ministry of Defence has selected the PC-24 to support the Indonesian Air Force transport pilot training, air transport and liaison missions. A contract for twelve PC-24s has been signed with PT E-System Solutions Indonesia, the authorised defence contractor by the Ministry of Defence. The contract includes an option for additional aircraft, ground support equipment, tools, spare parts, training, and technical support from Pilatus headquarters in Stans, Switzerland.
The PC-24 was developed for exceptional operational flexibility and is certified for single-pilot operation. It is equipped with a standard cargo door and is approved for use on unpaved runways. These features make the aircraft ideal for a variety of government missions, including instrument flight rules (IFR) pilot training, transport, and liaison duties. Pilatus will provide its integrated support programme to ensure maximum fleet availability and efficient maintenance.
With the selection by the Indonesian Ministry of Defence, Pilatus has further strengthened its presence in Southeast Asia. The planned usage demonstrates the great versatility of the PC-24. Above all, however its ability to take off and land at short airfields and operate from unpaved runways, which increases accessibility to more remote islands in the 17,000-island nation, was a decisive selection criterion.
Markus Bucher, CEO of Pilatus, commented, “We appreciate the trust placed in Pilatus by the Indonesian Ministry of Defence. This programme marks the beginning of a long-term relationship, and our priority is to support Indonesia in putting the fleet into service smoothly.”
Ioannis Papachristofilou, Vice President of Government Aviation at Pilatus, added, “The selection by the Indonesian Air Force emphasises the growing interest of government operators in our PC-24 Super Versatile Jet. We remain focused on supplying solutions to facilitate various missions ranging from training to transport.”
At the same time, a Letter of Intent (LOI) has been signed among the parties for the supply of 24 PC-21 trainers. This package also includes Ground Based Training Equipment, spare parts, ground support equipment and technical support.
