RI News Portal. Tangerang, Indonesia – The Heli Expo Asia (HEXIA) 2025, held from August 20–24 at Cengkareng Heliport, is poised to unlock new economic opportunities within Indonesia’s aviation industry. According to Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development, Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono (AHY), the event underscores Indonesia’s growing prominence as a key market and innovator in the Asian helicopter sector.
“This is a significant opportunity. If HEXIA becomes an annual event, it could attract not only visitors but also foster new business ventures and economic growth,” AHY stated during the event’s opening on August 20, 2025. He emphasized that the expo serves as a testament to Indonesia’s substantial market potential, driving advancements in helicopter technology and industry practices.
The minister highlighted the event’s broader implications, noting its capacity to stimulate business expansion, job creation, and economic development domestically. “HEXIA is part of our strategy to strengthen the aviation and air transport sectors, contributing to Indonesia’s economic progress,” AHY remarked.
Beyond its economic impact, HEXIA 2025 is expected to bolster Indonesia’s tourism industry. With many of the country’s tourist destinations located across its vast archipelago, helicopters offer a vital transportation solution to enhance accessibility. AHY underscored that improved air connectivity could significantly elevate Indonesia’s appeal as a global tourism hub.
Adding to the event’s allure, Denon Prawiraatmaja, CEO of Whitesky Group, revealed that HEXIA 2025 features over 70 free flight experiences, including demonstrations of Skydrive’s electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxis. The expo, open to the public, including families and students, aims to showcase cutting-edge air transport technologies and provide hands-on experiences through “joyflights.”
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“We designed HEXIA 2025 to engage a broad audience, offering a unique opportunity to explore advancements in helicopter technology and gain insights into the aviation industry,” Prawiraatmaja said.
Held at Cengkareng Heliport, HEXIA 2025 positions Indonesia as a pivotal player in the regional aviation landscape, fostering innovation, economic growth, and tourism development through strategic industry events.
Pewarta : Syahrudin Bhalak
