Indonesian Air Force's Aircraft Strength in 2021

According to Global Firepower data, Indonesia possesses an air force of 473 aircraft. Of this number, 188 are helicopters, the largest category.

The next largest category of aircraft in the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) inventory is training aircraft, numbering 109, followed by 64 transport aircraft. Indonesia also has 41 fighter jets and 38 special mission attack aircraft. In addition, there are 17 special mission aircraft, 15 attack helicopters, and 1 tanker aircraft.

The number of aircraft a country possesses significantly influences its defense capabilities. Besides fighter jets and attack helicopters, Indonesia has transport aircraft and helicopters to mobilize troops and logistics for combat operations.

The government continues to strive to enhance the air force's capabilities. This is reflected in the Rp 2.26 trillion allocation in 2020 for the modernization program of main weapon systems (Alutsista), non-Alutsista, and air force facilities and infrastructure (Sarpras).

To improve Alutsista capabilities, the government allocated a total budget of Rp 32.48 trillion in 2021 (outlook) for the modernization program of Alutsista, non-Alutsista, and defense Sarpras. The government also allocated Rp 43.26 trillion for the Alutsista modernization program in the 2022 State Budget Draft.