Indonesia to Buy KAAN Fighter Jet Only If Free of U.S. Components

KN. Indonesia plans to acquire the Turkish KAAN fighter jet only if it is free from U.S. components due to export controls. This requirement aligns with Jakarta’s goal of maintaining independence in military operations without the risk of restrictions. The U.S. ITAR regulations can impose limitations even on third-party developed systems. Indonesia’s cautious approach stems from prior experiences with similar restrictions.

A $15 billion framework agreement established in 2025 between Turkey and Indonesia outlines a three-stage process for acquiring the aircraft and facilitates industrial cooperation. Indonesia emphasizes the need for unrestricted access to maintenance and modifications as part of its air force development strategy and is prepared to wait for an ITAR-free configuration to ensure these conditions are met.

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