TNI AU Sends 58 Personnel to Natuna to Strengthen RSA Airfield on the Border

Photo with the Indonesian Air Force at the The Frontliner Aircraft Monument, RSA Natuna Air Base in January 2026. ANTARA/HO-RSA Natuna Air Base

JAKARTA - The Indonesian Air Force (TNI AU) added 58 personnel to strengthen the Raden Sadjad Air Base (Lanud RSA) in the border area in Natuna Regency, Riau Islands Province.

The commander of the RSA Air Base, First Marshal TNI Onesmus Gede Rai Aryadi, said that as many as 58 personnel included five officers, 17 ensigns, 23 Tamtama, and 13 civil servants (CPNS).

"The reception of new members is carried out through the orientation tradition on Friday (23 January) as an initial step in the training of personnel in the task and culture of the unit," he said when confirmed from Natuna, Monday, quoted by Antara.

Aryadi said dozens of TNI personnel entered Natuna in the last week of January, and had participated in orientation activities.

The orientation activity was carried out at the RSA Natuna Air Base, led by the Commander of the RSA Air Base, First Marshal TNI Onesmus Gede Rai Aryadi, and was attended by the heads of departments and officials of the RSA Air Base, with the participation of new personnel from the officers, ensigns, non-commissioned officers, and CPNS elements.

The orientation activities began with the opening ceremony on Friday, then the participants carried out field orientation by walking to Air Squadron 52, Satrad 201, and Arhanud Battalion 14 Pasgat, as well as getting acquainted with the facilities supporting flight operations and unit services.

The introduction continued at a number of strategic points, such as the Satpomau Office, the PLLU Tower, and the Meteorology Office, in order to expand the understanding of new personnel regarding the work system and synergy between elements at the Raden Sadjad Air Base.

"The orientation tradition was closed with a closing ceremony and bonfire activities, as a form of mental coaching, strengthening cohesion, and fostering the spirit of dedication of RSA Air Force personnel in every task implementation," he said.