Indonesia adopts three-tier oversight to boost aviation safety and disaster readiness

At a Jakarta briefing, Director General of Civil Aviation Lukman F. Laisa outlined a three-line defense model for aviation safety, linking the Technical Directorate, regional Airport Authorities and the Airport Operation Unit. He highlighted recent ICAO USOAP audit results, which placed Indonesia at 85% and 88.53% effectiveness, exceeding the 75% goal of the 2027 Global Aviation Security Plan. The ministry is integrating these oversight layers with the 2026 fiscal budget to improve consistency and rapid disaster response.

Preparedness measures include alternative flight paths, passenger-capacity adjustments, critical-facility mapping, backup power, and regular testing of emergency and firefighting plans. The Air Traffic Management contingency plan is also being exercised, with emphasis on maintaining aircraft airworthiness after incidents. Laisa stressed that safety culture must become routine practice for all aviation personnel.