“Papua has unique geographical and operational characteristics. Therefore, supervision quality in the region must be conducted with precision and strict discipline,” Director General of Air Transportation Lukman F. Laisa said in a statement on Sunday.
He noted that the ministry recently held a Regional Coordination Meeting of Airports Authority Offices Regions IX and X in Sentani, Papua.
The meeting served as a key moment to align oversight measures and strengthen synergy among stakeholders across six provinces, particularly in maintaining safety, security, and air connectivity, which support local activities.
“Strengthening technical supervision in Papua is a top priority,” Laisa emphasized.
He highlighted the importance of upholding aviation safety and security standards, including ensuring certification processes and service standards comply with regulations.
Lukman also stressed the important role of pioneer passenger and cargo flights, which are vital for connectivity in areas with limited land and sea transport access.
Regional pioneer flight coordinators for 2025-2026 have been established based on community needs, isolation levels, and subsidy effectiveness to ensure services reach underserved areas.
The program, including fuel transport subsidies for airports without depots, aims to maintain population mobility, logistics distribution, and access to essential goods.
“Every rupiah of subsidy must be precisely targeted. Pioneer passenger and cargo flights ensure Papuans have access to food, healthcare, and economic opportunities,” he said.
The meeting also addressed strategic matters to improve oversight effectiveness, including current security conditions, handling suspected violations of Aviation Law No. 1/2009, and ensuring pioneer flights meet operational and safety standards.
“The meeting also highlighted employee health as an important element in supporting supervisory duties that carry high operational risks. Physical and mental readiness of personnel is seen as part of the overall aviation safety ecosystem,” he said.
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