Indonesian Air Force jet skids off runway due to brake failure

A Sukhoi Su-30 MK2 fighter jet skidded 30 meters past the end of the runway at Sultan Hasanuddin Air Base in Makassar, South Sulawesi, on Monday, August 24, 2026. The incident occurred during a test flight following major maintenance work.

First Marshal I Nyoman Suadnyana, Head of the Indonesian Air Force Information Service, explained that the jet was undergoing simulated takeoff checks. A technical failure in the braking system prevented the aircraft from stopping within the designated operational area. "The braking system failed to function optimally, causing the aircraft to slide 30 meters past the end of the runway," Suadnyana stated.

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The braking system failed to function optimally, causing the aircraft to slide 30 meters past the end of the runway.

Fortunately, the mishap resulted in no injuries or fatalities. All crew members aboard the aircraft were reported safe. Air Force ground personnel responded promptly, towing the fighter jet back to the maintenance hangar for further inspection and preparation for its next test flight.

Footage of the incident, showing the Sukhoi jet skidding off the western edge of Runway 13 and coming to a standstill near the air base’s perimeter fence, had already circulated widely on social media before official statements were released.

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The aircraft was towed to the maintenance hangar for inspection and prep work ahead of the next test flight.