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B A T A M, September 22, 2025 – Batam Aero Technic (BAT), an aircraft maintenance center (Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul/MRO) located in Batam, Riau Islands, has achieved an important milestone with the issuance of Certificate of Approval No. VN-333NN/CAAV from the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV). This certification authorizes BAT to perform heavy maintenance at its Batam Aero Technic hangar for medium-body aircraft Airbus A320 and Airbus A321, as well as wide-body Airbus A330 aircraft registered, operated, and listed in Vietnam.

BAT is now capable of carrying out work in compliance with the standards set by the Vietnamese regulator/government. This achievement demonstrates BAT’s ability and quality in meeting the highest international standards. BAT consistently provides aircraft maintenance services recognized by various global aviation authorities and remains committed to supporting safe, comfortable, and optimal air connectivity in the Asian region.

Benefits for the Community

• For the people of Vietnam – Aircraft maintained at BAT will achieve optimal safety and comfort levels, supporting the quality of air travel services.
• For the people of Indonesia – Growing global trust in the national MRO industry opens up job opportunities, aviation human resource development, and regional economic growth, particularly creating employment opportunities in Batam and the Riau Islands.

Benefits for Airlines

Vietnamese airlines or aircraft registered in Vietnam can now carry out their maintenance at BAT’s facilities. This offers airlines a new, reliable, and competitive option to ensure fleet airworthiness, while also leveraging Batam’s strategic geographic advantage on international flight routes.

Benefits for the Region and the Countries

• For Vietnam – Both national and private airlines now have an MRO option that is geographically close, efficient, and internationally accredited.
• For Indonesia – This certification opens doors to cross-border economic cooperation, boosts aviation business activity, and strengthens Indonesia’s position as a strategic MRO hub in Southeast Asia.

Stronger International Recognition

The certification from CAAV Vietnam marks BAT’s 8th achievement in securing official recognition from global civil aviation authorities. BAT currently holds certifications from:

1. Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) – Indonesia
2. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) – United States
3. Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) – Malaysia
4. Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) – Thailand
5. Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) – Philippines
6. Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) – India
7. Director of Civil Aviation – Bailiwick of Guernsey
8. Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) – Vietnam

With the achievement of CAAV Vietnam certification, BAT continues to strengthen Indonesia’s position on the global MRO map, becoming a strategic partner for international airlines and playing an essential role in reinforcing the aviation ecosystem and economic relations between Indonesia and Vietnam.

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