In addition to the M346F, the Indonesian Air Force Pilot Training will also be Equipped with the MiG-29C/UB for Agressor Squadron

Thedjancuk
February 06, 2026
06 Februari 2026

ESS will provide TNI AU with modernized MiG-29C/UB as agressor squadron (photo: Military Watch Magz)

Indonesia Air Force Pilot Training Modernization
PT E System Solutions (ESS) is proud and honored to deploy Advanced Training System solutions for the Indonesia Air Force and Army Rotary Aircraft Units.

The large modernization plan initiated by the then Ministry of Defense 5 years ago under the leadership of Mr Prabowo Subianto, continued by Mr Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin, focused initialy on the acquisition of 4+ and 5th generation platforms, highlithed the need for advanced training system solutions that are capable to cost effectively train young pilots to fly and develop tactics associated with the introduction of new combat functionalities associated with those new advanced combat platform.

Therefore ESS long term relationship with Leonardo in North Africa and the Middle East, teamed up with Leonardo in order to provide an advanced Lead In Fighter Training full combat capable aircraft with the M-346F Block 20.

ESS jointly with Leonardo will introduce and field this remarquable aircraft to provide the much required training platform associated with a full ground training simulation and logistic support for this aircraft.

Modernized Mig-29C/UB for Agressor Squadron 
ESS Indonesia is working now since 4 years, providing depot level maintenance and upgrade system integration on different platforms in service within the Indonesian Armed forces.

ESS part of the modernization training system of the Indonesia Air Force will also provide a much needed Aggressor Squadron in the form of a mix of modernized Mig-29C/UB associated with Unmanned Aggressor High Subsonic Aerial Target, using Manned /Unmanned Combat Training scenarios.

This will be the first fully dedicated Aggressor Squadron in Indonesia using advanced technologies and software system to teach advanced complex tactical engagement.

(ESS)


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