TNI-AU Kerahkan Armada Pesawat dan Tenaga Kesehatan untuk Distribusi Bantuan Gempa di Flores, NTT

Thecuy.com, Nusa Tenggara Timur – TNI Angkatan Udara (TNI-AU) has dispatched six transport aircraft and a medical team to speed up the delivery of aid to the earthquake-stricken area in Flores, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). This effort aims to ensure that food, medicine, and medical services promptly reach the disaster-affected communities.

Logistik Assistance Delivered Using Various Aircraft Types

Starting Monday, August 17, 2026, TNI-AU has been operating six transport aircraft comprising two C-130J Super Hercules, one C-130 Hercules, one Airbus A400M, and two Boeing 737. These aircraft have carried dozens of tons of assistance to key locations such as Labuan Bajo and Maumere.

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• A single C-130J Super Hercules transported 13,500 kilograms of relief supplies to Labuan Bajo.
• A second C-130J Super Hercules brought 13,563 kilograms of assistance to Maumere.
• The Airbus A400M carried 20,779 kilograms of provisions bound for Labuan Bajo.
• Two Boeing 737 aircraft each transported 10,000 kilograms of support to Maumere.

The selection of different aircraft types is tailored to distribution needs and field conditions to ensure aid is delivered effectively and efficiently.

Medical Personnel Deployment for Treatment

In addition to logistic supplies, TNI-AU has also deployed a medical team led by the Commander of the Health Battalion of Denmabesau, Lieutenant Colonel of Health Dr. Ahmad Hendra. The team is equipped with various medical tools and medicines to support healthcare services for the earthquake-affected population.

The medical team will serve at the disaster site until the area becomes safe again, providing continuous medical care throughout the emergency response period.

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Readiness and Commitment of TNI-AU

The Head of Public Relations of TNI-AU, Major General TNI I Nyoman Suadnyana, stressed that the transport aircraft fleet and medical team will remain on standby as long as assistance is still needed on the ground. The fleet’s operation is not limited to a single delivery but continues until the affected communities have fully recovered.

This initiative is part of TNI-AU’s tangible contribution to humanitarian missions, especially in aiding the recovery of communities impacted by the earthquake in Flores, NTT.

Disaster Context and National Response

The earthquake that struck Flores, NTT, caused damage and urgent needs across multiple sectors, such as food, health, and infrastructure. The central government, through various agencies including TNI-AU and BNPB, has mobilized resources to expedite the recovery process.

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In addition to TNI-AU, the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) has also conducted 12 relief sorties to the affected area and is coordinating with relevant parties to restore power lines and other public facilities.

Through swift and coordinated actions, it is hoped that the people of Flores will promptly receive the assistance and support necessary to recover from the disaster.

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