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Bandung Airport to Resume Jet Flights August 14, 2026

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Husein Sastranegara Airport in Bandung, Indonesia, will resume serving narrow-body jet flights starting August 14, 2026.
  • PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia received approval from the Ministry of Transportation after meeting operational readiness requirements.
  • The optimized airport aims to enhance travel services and welcome tourists with improved facilities and a blend of modern and West Javanese culture.

Husein Sastranegara Airport in Bandung, Indonesia, is set to welcome back narrow-body jet flights on August 14, 2026, following approval from the Ministry of Transportation. PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia, operating as InJourney Airports, confirmed it has met all operational readiness aspects, including safety, security, and regulatory compliance.

Mohammad Rizal Pahlevi, President Director of InJourney Airports, expressed gratitude for the support that led to the airport's readiness. He stated that the optimization of flights will enhance travel services and provide tourists with the best facilities, infused with West Javanese culture. The inaugural jet flight on August 14, 2026, will connect Denpasar and Bandung, operated by Garuda Indonesia.

We are grateful to the Ministry of Transportation and all parties for their support to InJourney Airports during the optimization preparations until Husein Sastranegara Airport is declared ready to serve jet flights on August 14, 2026.

โ€” Mohammad Rizal PahleviPresident Director of InJourney Airports, commenting on the approval and readiness of the airport.

InJourney Airports has ensured the facility is fully prepared for passengers and airport users. The departure area features 26 check-in counters, self-check-in kiosks, and security screening equipment. The boarding lounge is ready, along with commercial tenants. New amenities include a coworking space and a kids' zone. The arrival area is equipped with three conveyor belts and a public transport outlet. General facilities include six prayer rooms, 22 restrooms, two escalators, and three elevators. Safety facilities within the terminal have also been verified.

InJourney Airports ensures that the Husein Sastranegara Airport facilities are ready to serve aircraft passengers and airport users.

โ€” Mohammad Rizal PahleviPresident Director of InJourney Airports, assuring the readiness of airport facilities.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.