Indonesia Confirms Interest in F-15EX and Other New Assets
Indonesia’s air force hopes to acquire a new fleet of multi-role fighters, along with tankers, transports, UAVs, air defense radars and AEW aircraft.
The Indonesian air force is looking at the F-15EX as a possible answer to its fighter requirements. This is the first F-15EX for the U.S. Air Force, seen on its February 2 maiden flight. (Photo: Boeing)
The Indonesian air force is looking at the F-15EX as a possible answer to its fighter requirements. This is the first F-15EX for the U.S. Air Force, seen on its February 2 maiden flight. (Photo: Boeing)

The Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) has confirmed its interest in acquiring as many as 36 Boeing F-15EX fighters as part of its modernization plan between 2021 and 2024. TNI-AU chief Air Marshal Fadjar Prasetyo told the media in a press conference that the procurement plan is currently being handled by the defense ministry, which is also looking at 36 Dassault Rafales along with other assets for the country's army, navy, and air force services. Local media has also reported that the TNI-AU has allocated funds to refurbish all of its fighter platforms, with the exception of its BAE Systems Hawks.