The Indonesian Military Plans to Operate Four Domestically Manufactured Aircraft Carriers
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| If Indonesia operates an LHD, there will be direct air support from the carrier's deck at the operational site. |
Indonesia's archipelagic geography means that it must consider how to deploy forces from one location to another.
For example, the concentration of troops on Java Island must be deployed within 3x24 hours to Natuna Island due to an emergency situation there.
If using Landing Ship Tank (LST) and Landing Platform Dock (LPD) vessels, only ground and naval forces can reach Natuna.
For example, the concentration of troops on Java Island must be deployed within 3x24 hours to Natuna Island due to an emergency situation there.
If using Landing Ship Tank (LST) and Landing Platform Dock (LPD) vessels, only ground and naval forces can reach Natuna.
However, air support is crucial to the success of military operations to ensure the mission's objectives are achieved optimally in a single movement.
Therefore, if an amphibious landing is to be conducted in Natuna, the Indonesian Marine Corps must have adequate air support to ensure the success of the operation.
"An amphibious operation is a military operation conducted by forces capable of moving both on water and on land.
Therefore, if an amphibious landing is to be conducted in Natuna, the Indonesian Marine Corps must have adequate air support to ensure the success of the operation.
"An amphibious operation is a military operation conducted by forces capable of moving both on water and on land.
The primary objective of an amphibious operation is to attack or seize areas located near the coast or on islands.
This operation involves tight coordination between naval, air, and ground forces to achieve the set objectives.
Amphibious operations are complex and require thorough planning and tight coordination among all parties involved.
However, this operation allows forces to achieve their objectives effectively and quickly," explained marinir.tnial.mil.id.
This operation involves tight coordination between naval, air, and ground forces to achieve the set objectives.
Amphibious operations are complex and require thorough planning and tight coordination among all parties involved.
However, this operation allows forces to achieve their objectives effectively and quickly," explained marinir.tnial.mil.id.
Coordination among all parties is crucial to the success of combat operations on the front lines, so there must be no gaps, such as a lack of air support.
For example, the United States (US) deploys aircraft carrier strike groups to support ground forces.
During Operation Iraqi Freedom, the US Navy deployed six aircraft carriers: the USS Theodore Roosevelt, USS Harry S. Truman, USS Constellation, USS Abraham Lincoln, USS Kitty Hawk, and USS Nimitz.
Additionally, 23 amphibious task force ships transported 10,000 USMC troops tasked with breaching Iraqi forces' defenses en route to Baghdad.
The six US Navy aircraft carriers launched fighter jets from their respective decks, providing air support and protection for US ground forces.
This is the concept the Indonesian military aims to emulate, though on a smaller scale and not for attacking another country.
The challenge lies in operating the aircraft carrier itself.
Even if Indonesia were to operate Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) aircraft carriers, operational costs, training, and experience would still be required.
Operating an LHD is vastly different from operating conventional warships; the Indonesian military would encounter numerous new challenges involving modern technologies, helicopter landings and takeoffs, and unmanned aircraft operations on the deck, all of which must be studied and practiced.
Indonesia aims to operate four LHD aircraft carriers in the future, either domestically produced or purchased from other countries.
"This acquisition exploration aligns with broader objectives under the Minimum Essential Force (MEF) program, which includes expanding naval aviation and acquiring helicopter-capable platforms.
Indonesia's long-term plan, as stated, includes operating at least four amphibious helicopter carriers, and the choice between acquiring foreign-built ships or constructing them domestically is expected to reflect a combination of strategic, financial, and capability priorities," explained Army Recognition on August 1, 2025.
Possessing an LHD carrier enhances Indonesia's military combat capabilities.***
For example, the United States (US) deploys aircraft carrier strike groups to support ground forces.
During Operation Iraqi Freedom, the US Navy deployed six aircraft carriers: the USS Theodore Roosevelt, USS Harry S. Truman, USS Constellation, USS Abraham Lincoln, USS Kitty Hawk, and USS Nimitz.
Additionally, 23 amphibious task force ships transported 10,000 USMC troops tasked with breaching Iraqi forces' defenses en route to Baghdad.
The six US Navy aircraft carriers launched fighter jets from their respective decks, providing air support and protection for US ground forces.
This is the concept the Indonesian military aims to emulate, though on a smaller scale and not for attacking another country.
The challenge lies in operating the aircraft carrier itself.
Even if Indonesia were to operate Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) aircraft carriers, operational costs, training, and experience would still be required.
Operating an LHD is vastly different from operating conventional warships; the Indonesian military would encounter numerous new challenges involving modern technologies, helicopter landings and takeoffs, and unmanned aircraft operations on the deck, all of which must be studied and practiced.
Indonesia aims to operate four LHD aircraft carriers in the future, either domestically produced or purchased from other countries.
"This acquisition exploration aligns with broader objectives under the Minimum Essential Force (MEF) program, which includes expanding naval aviation and acquiring helicopter-capable platforms.
Indonesia's long-term plan, as stated, includes operating at least four amphibious helicopter carriers, and the choice between acquiring foreign-built ships or constructing them domestically is expected to reflect a combination of strategic, financial, and capability priorities," explained Army Recognition on August 1, 2025.
Possessing an LHD carrier enhances Indonesia's military combat capabilities.***
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