Indonesia Got A Free Aircraft Carrier; Fixes Will Cost Millions

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Indonesia has received a retired Italian aircraft carrier initially built for launching Harrier fighter jets for free, though the cost of required repairs will be substantial. The vessel arrived at Indonesia’s busiest port with plans for an altered role, implying significant future investment and militarization efforts.

By Chandra Asmara Sep 17, 2026 (Bloomberg) –A retired Italian aircraft carrier built to launch Harrier fighter jets arrived at Indonesia’s busiest port Friday with plans for a very different second...