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Malaysia Aviation Group Orders Drug Testing For 1,260 Pilots
The screening follows the arrest of an off-duty Malaysia Airlines second officer in Indonesia.
AVweb•Matt Ryan7 AugIndonesia — page 10
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Malaysia Airlines Drug Testing All Pilots, After “High,” Drug Smuggling Pilot Arrest
Several days ago, Malaysia Airlines made global headlines, when one of the carrier’s pilots was caught smuggling over 70K ecstasy pills into Indonesia. Not only that, but he was then given a drug test, and tested positive for methamphetamine, ecstasy, and cocaine. He was even found to be traveling with a vial of clear urine, in a clear attempt to evade any potential drug tests.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig7 Aug
Indonesia’s M-346F deal supports crewed-uncrewed teaming, says GlobalData
Indonesia’s future fleet of Leonardo M-346F Block 20 aircraft will provide the country crewed-uncrewed teaming opportunities, says GlobalData.
Skydrive completes eVTOL demo event in Indonesia
SkyDrive Inc. (“SkyDrive”), a leading compact eVTOL (*1) aircraft developer based in Japan, is pleased to announce the successful completion of a promotional event held together with leading Indonesian helicopter operator Whitesky Aviation, at Whitesky’s Cengkareng Heliport, strategically located next to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta. The event, held over two days from June 23
CoreWeave enters Asian market with data centers in Indonesia
CoreWeave's expansion into Asia could significantly boost its market presence, tapping into regional demand for specialized AI cloud services.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team4 Aug
Leading air navigation in Indonesia: A conversation with AirNav Indonesia’s first female CEO
AirNav Indonesia is the State-owned air navigation service provider responsible for managing flight navigation, air traffic services, and communications across Indonesian airspace. Established in September 2012, the organization operates 67 branches, supporting safe and efficient flight operations across the country. Our Bangkok Office recently interviewed Ms. Polana B. Pramesti, a pioneering figure in Indonesia’s aviation sector […]
Uniting Aviation•APAC Office - ICAO1 AugA
Malaysia Airlines pilot faces death penalty in Indonesia over alleged drug smuggling
A Malaysian pilot has been arrested in Indonesia after allegedly smuggling more than 70,000 ecstasy pills into the country while operating a scheduled passenger flight from Kuala Lumpur to Jakarta. Indonesian authorities said the 39-year-old pilot, identified only by his initials MS, was detained at Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta International Airport after customs officers discovered approximately 26 […]
Aviation24.be•Bart Noëth31 Jul
Indonesia central bank chief resigns amid policy tensions, raising concerns for rupiah and capital flows
Warjiyo's resignation amid policy tensions may destabilize Indonesia's financial markets, impacting investor confidence and capital inflows.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team28 Jul
Guest article: How regional aviation can complement Indonesia’s mobility network
LARA•Matthew Wilson28 Jul
Indonesia’s central bank governor resigns as Prabowo administration tightens grip on monetary policy
The resignation signals potential instability in Indonesia's monetary policy, risking investor confidence and economic volatility.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team27 Jul
Garuda Indonesia to Lead New State-Owned Airline Holding Company
Indonesia’s government is advancing a major consolidation of its state-owned airlines, naming flag carrier Garuda Indonesia as the parent company of a new aviation holding group.
AviationSource News•Len Varley27 Jul
Indonesia’s rupiah crashes past 18,000 per dollar as emerging market stress builds
The rupiah's decline exacerbates Indonesia's economic vulnerabilities, impacting debt costs, import expenses, and investor confidence.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team27 Jul
Indonesia orders Leonardo light fighters, eyes naval helicopters
The Indonesian Air Force is slated to get Leonardo M-346F light fighters, further diversifying an eclectic aircraft fleet.
Indonesia’s new crypto rules end influencer era with $30K bill
Indonesia's new crypto rules end influencer promotions. Bitcoin reaching $72K by July 26 at 0.5% YES.
CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez23 Jul
Indonesia’s T-50i Golden Eagle makes its debut at Exercise Pitch Black 26
The Indonesian Air Force has deployed its T-50i Golden Eagle to Australia’s Northern Territory for the first time,…
AeroTime•Jean Carmela Lim22 Jul
Leonardo Secures Indonesian M-346F Deal, Advances AW149 Talks and Eyes Ukrainian Drone Cooperation
Leonardo will provide Indonesia with 12 M-346F Block 20 light fighter aircraft and negotiate a contract for AW149 helicopter, while looking at a potential cooperation with the Ukrainian drone industry. Leonardo and PT ESystem Solutions announced on July 21, 2026, two new aircraft procurements for the Indonesian Ministry of Defense (MoD). These will see two […]
The Aviationist•Stefano D'Urso21 Jul
Bybit enters Indonesia after NOBI acquisition with 500+ pairs
Bybit launches a regulated Indonesia platform after acquiring NOBI, with 500+ trading pairs planned for the market’s 21.07 million users.
Crypto exchange Bybit launches in Indonesia after NOBI acquisition
The launch gives Bybit a locally operated platform in one of Asia’s largest crypto markets, home to more than 21 million registered users.
Cointelegraph•Cointelegraph by Felix Ng17 Jul
Bybit launches localized Indonesian platform under OJK regulatory supervision
Bybit's strategic entry into Indonesia under OJK oversight could enhance market trust and accelerate crypto adoption in Southeast Asia.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team16 Jul
Garuda Indonesia Strengthens Service Transformation with Piece-based Checked Baggage Policy
National flag carrier Garuda Indonesia is further advancing its service transformation and modernisation with the introduction of a piece-based checked baggage policy, commonly known as the Piece Concept. The new policy will apply to tickets issued on or after 1 September 2026 for travel commencing on or after that date. Passengers whose tickets are issued before 1 September 2026 will continue to receive the baggage allowance stated on their tickets, including for journeys scheduled on or after the implementation date.