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Hi Acdemia,

A B737-300 recently landed in Rembele of Aceh Region marking spreads of more domestic connectivity of air travels in archipelagic Nation. Its’s Trigana Airlines that landed in The Island of Gayo

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This indeed reminds me of my favorite Idol of Bapak B.J. Habibie, the third president of Indonesia, was known for his innovative ideas and contributions to connect Nation with best fit aircrafts he created . One of his most significant contributions was the development of a fleet of aircraft specifically designed for Indonesia’s unique geography. Habibie recognized the challenges posed by Indonesia’s vast archipelago, with its thousands of islands and limited infrastructure, and saw the potential for air transport to transform the country’s economy.

Habibie’s vision was to create a fleet of aircraft that could operate on short runways, land on water, and transport people and goods to even the most remote islands. He believed that such a fleet would greatly improve connectivity between Indonesia’s islands, reduce transportation costs, and stimulate economic growth.

The result of Habibie’s vision was the creation of the CN-235 aircraft, a versatile and reliable aircraft that has become a staple of Indonesia’s air transport fleet. The CN-235 is capable of operating on short runways, making it ideal for remote islands with limited infrastructure. It can also take off and land on water, allowing it to reach even the most isolated communities. The aircraft has been used for a range of purposes, from transporting people and goods to providing humanitarian aid during natural disasters.

Habibie’s concept of creating a fleet of aircraft fit for Indonesia’s archipelago has had a significant impact on the country’s aviation industry and economy. The CN-235 has become a symbol of Indonesia’s national pride and technological innovation, and has been exported to other countries in the region. The aircraft has also helped improve connectivity between Indonesia’s islands, making it easier for people and goods to move around the country. This has had a positive impact on economic growth, particularly in remote areas that were previously cut off from the rest of the country. Other than small aircrafts , freighter fleets operation can be of solutions to archipelago’s countries.

Archipelago countries often lack well-developed road and rail networks, making it difficult to transport goods and people between islands. In such cases, air transport becomes the most viable option. However, commercial airlines typically only serve major population centers, leaving many smaller islands without direct air connectivity. This is where freighters and small fleets aircrafts come in.

Freighters are aircraft designed specifically for transporting cargo. They are capable of carrying large volumes of goods, making them ideal for transporting goods between islands. Small fleets aircrafts, on the other hand, are smaller planes that can land on shorter runways and in more remote locations. These aircrafts are ideal for transporting people and small amounts of cargo to and from smaller islands.

Several countries are well-suited to the use of freighters and small fleets operations. Indonesia, for example, is the largest archipelago country in the world, with over 17,000 islands. The country’s geography presents significant logistical challenges, making air transport essential for economic growth. The use of freighters and small fleets aircrafts can help improve connectivity between islands and promote economic development.

Another country that would benefit from the use of freighters and small fleets aircrafts is the Philippines. The country is made up of over 7,000 islands, many of which lack direct air connectivity. The use of small fleets aircrafts can help improve access to healthcare, education, and other essential services, while the use of freighters can help stimulate economic growth by improving access to markets.

Other countries that would benefit from the use of freighters and small fleets aircrafts include Papua New Guinea, the Maldives, and the Seychelles. These countries all have large numbers of islands and face significant logistical challenges, making air transport essential for economic growth.

In short, The use small fleets aircrafts like CN 235 and freighters are essential for economic growth in archipelago countries. These aircrafts can help improve connectivity between islands, reduce transportation costs, and promote economic development. Countries such as Indonesia, the Philippines, Papua New Guinea, the Maldives, and the Seychelles are well-suited to the use of freighters and small fleets aircrafts, and their adoption could have significant benefits for these countries.

Salutes to any airlines that are committed toconnecting the countries with their fleets resources.

 

Salam Sehat Semangat Sukses

Bambang Purnomo , SS-BA, CSCA, CAVM Solution Consultant

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