Indonesian Air Force Sends Caracal Helicopters To Evacuate Victims Of The Philippine Disaster

Indonesian Air Force personnel and Caracal Helicopters sent for humanitarian missions in the Philippines, Monday (28/10/2024). BETWEEN/HO-Humas TNI AU

JAKARTA - The Indonesian Air Force deployed Caracal H-225M helicopters to carry out recovery and evacuation operations for victims of the tropical storm Kristine (Trami) in the Bicol region, Philippines.

The assistance was carried out in order to carry out humanitarian missions to help one of the friendly countries.

The helicopter will play a role in finding victims, taking victims to medical parties and delivering medical logistics and other necessities.

The helicopter belonging to the Indonesian Air Force will also collaborate with the Mi-17 TNI AD helicopter belonging to the Indonesian Army which was sent by the TNI Headquarters to the disaster site.

In addition to sending helicopters for the evacuation process, the Indonesian Air Force also sent two of its best troops, namely the Air Wing Commander 4 Atang Sendjaja Air Base and Colonel Pnb Asep Wahyu Wijaya to lead 24 joint three-time TNI troops who will serve for 14 days in the Philippines.

Assistant Operations to the National Air Koops Chief of Staff Marsma TNI David Yohan Tamboto said his party had prepared the best troops and defense equipment for the Philippines to send.

Even though he already has qualified abilities, David Yohan still reminded his subordinates to prioritize safety in their duties.

"It is reminded to maintain the solidity of the team, professionalism, and safety in duty, while still complying with local laws and culture while carrying out missions in the Philippines," he said in the press release.