President Prabowo Subianto appreciated the fighter pilots or Young Eagles of the Indonesian Air Force (AU) while in the cockpit of the Indonesian Presidential Aircraft One, on the 80th Anniversary of the Indonesian Air Force on Thursday, April 9.
"I, Prabowo Subianto, President of the Republic of Indonesia, once again on behalf of all Indonesian people, we are proud of our air force, we are proud of the young eagles," said Prabowo when communicating via radio air with the fighter pilot who escorted him, quoted from the YouTube broadcast of Airmen TV Dispenau quoted by Antara, Friday, April 10.
The Head of State expressed his pride in the dedication of the TNI AU personnel in safeguarding the sovereignty of the national airspace. He gave direct respect to the pilots who continue to be on standby to carry out their duties of service to the nation and state.
President Prabowo also conveyed congratulations on the 80th anniversary for the Air Force TNI. He hopes that the Indonesian air force will be more successful and have a strong force in guarding the aerospace region.
"Dirgahayu TNI Air Force, 'Swa Bhuwana Paksa', happy 80th birthday, may the Air Force continue to be successful and always be strong in defending the sovereignty of the Republic of Indonesia in the air," said the President.
Previously, one of the pilots of the Indonesian Presidential Aircraft One's escort fighter aircraft through the radio frequency expressed gratitude for President Prabowo's commitment to strengthening air defense. This commitment has been seen as consistent since Prabowo served as Minister of Defense in 2019.
"Thank you for your attention and support since you took office as Minister of Defense in 2019 until now as President of the Republic of Indonesia in strengthening and modernizing the Indonesian Air Force," the fighter pilot told the President.
The TNI AU personnel also asked for prayers of blessing so that all soldiers are always given strength in carrying out their duties. The aviators are determined to realize a powerful Air Force TNI towards a prosperous Indonesia with a spirit of selfless service.
Responding to the report, President Prabowo emphasized that all Indonesian people had great hopes and pride for the guardians of the country. He asked the soldiers to continue to be enthusiastic and maintain professionalism in every assignment.
"The people of Indonesia are proud of their brothers, take care of our homeland. My respect to you all, keep up the spirit, thank you," said President Prabowo closing his communication.
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