F-16 Forms Formation 77 In The Sky Of Jakarta, Major Bambang From The Cockpit: Happy Birthday

Garuda Flight flew in formation 77 and passed over the Merdeka Palace, Jakarta. (Photo: Screenshot/ Wardhany Tsa Tsia)

JAKARTA - Garuda Flight filled with Indonesian Air Force soldiers flew in a formation of 77 and passed over the Merdeka Palace, Jakarta. This moment occurred during the commemoration ceremony of the proclamation of the Republic of Indonesia, Wednesday, August 17.

While flying over the Jakarta sky, Garuda Flight, represented by the flight leader, Major Pnb Bambang Aulia Yudhistira, congratulated Indonesia's 77th Anniversary from the cockpit of the F-16 fighter aircraft.

"We are the eagles of the Air Force. Under the blue sky of the capital city, we wish you a Happy 77th Anniversary of Indonesian Independence in 2022. Recover faster, rise stronger. Greetings Swa Bhuwana Paksa," said Aulia from the plane.

After congratulating Garuda Flight, which was filled with 16 F-16 aircraft with a formation of 77, passed over the Merdeka Palace. President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) who was present seemed to be pointing at the fighter plane.

While many other invited guests were busy taking pictures with their cellphones when the plane passed.

After Garuda Flight carried out the formation, now it was the turn of the joint helicopters belonging to the TNI and Polri to show their skills. They carried a giant flag and flew over the Merdeka Palace.

Just like when Garuda Flight passed with the formation of 77, this helicopter also attracted attention. President Jokowi and invited guests continued to watch the attraction.

The helicopter has the nickname Nusantara Flight, which is led by Lt. Col. Pnb Imanuel Simarmata. A number of helicopters used were AH64 Apache helicopters belonging to the Indonesian Army; AS565 Panther helicopter belonging to the Indonesian Navy; EC725 Karakal helicopters and NAS332 Super Puma helicopters belonging to the Indonesian Air Force; and the Police AW169 helicopter.