Accident: Emirates B773 near Singapore on May 17th 2013, turbulence injures 13

A Emirates Airlines Boeing 777-300, registration A6-EBP performing flight EK-358 from Dubai (United Arab Emirates) to Jakarta (Indonesia) with 374 passengers, was enroute at FL350 about 30nm southwest of Singapore (Singapore) at approximately 22:45L (14:45Z) when the crew decided to divert to Singapore after the aircraft had encountered turbulence causing injuries to 10 passengers and 3 cabin crew. The aircraft landed safely on runway 02C about 30 minutes after the decision to divert. The injured were taken to hospitals, one of the flight attendants was diagnosed with a serious injury to to the cervical vertebra, the others were released after minor injuries were treated.

The aircraft was able to continue to Jakarta after about 18 hours on the ground and reached Jakarta with a delay of 19 hours.

The injured passengers were rebooked onto other airlines' flights.

Passengers reported the aircraft was flying over Nicobar Islands when the aircraft encountered turbulence causing the injuries and prompting the diversion to Singapore to take care of the seriously injured flight attendant.

Infrared Satellite Image MT-SAT May 17th 2013 15:00Z (Graphics: AVH/MTSAT):






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Turbulensi Emirates, Penumpang: Pesawat Seperti Disedot

Jakarta - Pesawat Boeing 777 milik maskapai Emirates dengan nomor penerbangan EK 358 take off dengan mulus dari bandara Dubai dengan tujuan Jakarta. Penerbangan berlangsung baik-baik saja tanpa gangguan, sampai akhirnya pesawat melintas di langit dekat Kepulauan Nicobar, Samudra Hindia.

Cuaca berubah menjadi tidak bersahabat. Kilatan-kilatan halilintar beberapa kali terlihat menerangi langit dan gumpalan awan yang bergulung-gulung seperti kapas hitam. Tanda peringatan untuk memakai sabuk pengaman yang terletak di atas kursi penumpang menyala, pesawat pun sudah mulai berguncang-guncang.

Sampai akhirnya pesawat memasuki awan hampa udara, horor pun terjadi. "Tiba-tiba pesawat drop. Seperti tersedot ke bawah selama 3-4 detik," tutur salah satu penumpang Heru Tjatur kepada detikcom, Sabtu (18/5/2013).

Beberapa penumpang berteriak ketakutan mengira pesawat akan jatuh. Ada lagi yang sebagian terlempar dari kursi karena belum sempat mengenakan sabuk pengamannya. Masker-masker oksigen darurat terbuka menggantung di depan setiap penumpang.

"Di depan saya ada penumpang berdiri mau ke toilet terlempar hampir kejedot atap," kisah Heru.

Pramugari yang sedang melayani penumpang pun ikut terlempar karena kejadian itu. Beberapa penumpang dan pramugari kebanyakan terluka akibat benturan di daerah kepala dan tangan.

Kejadian itu begitu cepat dan mendadak. Banyak penumpang maupun awak tidak mengira pesawat akan drop sedemikian rupa. Akhirnya selain banyak yang terluka, beberapa penumpang pun terlihat stress karena kejadian itu.

"Setelah itu suasananya tegang sekitar sejam sampai akhirnya mendarat di Changi," jelas Heru.

Pilot memutuskan melakukan pendaratan darurat di Bandara Changi, Singapura, untuk mengobati penumpang dan pesawat yang terluka. Hingga pukul 13.00 WIB penumpang yang hendak ke Jakarta masih tertahan di Changi.

Belum ada keterangan resmi dari pihak Emirates soal kejadian ini. Termasuk soal kabar yang menyebutkan sekurangnya ada 13 orang yang terluka, salah satunya mengalami luka di bagian leher.


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Alami Turbulensi, Pesawat Emirates Digrounded di Bandara Changi

Jakarta - Pesawat Emirates nomor penerbangan EK 358 dilarang terbang setelah mengalami turbulensi dalam perjalanan dari Dubai ke Jakarta. Akibat turbulensi itu, 10 penumpang dan 3 awak kabin cedera.

Salah satu penumpang, Heru Tjatur mengatakan pesawat tidak mendapat izin terbang setelah mendarat di Bandara Changi, Singapura. "Staf dan awak pesawat memberikan penjelasan bahwa pesawat tidak mendapatkan clearance terbang dan semua penumpang transit di Singapura," katanya kepada detikcom, Sabtu (18/5/2013).

Penumpang kecewa karena pihak maskapai lamban memberi penjelasan terkait perjalanan lanjutan ke Jakarta. Hingga pukul 12.00 waktu Singapura, sekitar 200 penumpang masih berada di Bandara Changi.

"Banyak di antara mereka yang harus melakukan penerbangan lanjutan dari Jakarta," kata Heru.

Belum diketahui apakah penumpang saat ini sudah diterbangkan ke Jakarta. Pihak maskapai Emirates belum dapat dihubungi detikcom.

Pesawat B777 300 berangkat dari Dubai menuju Jakarta pukul 11.55 waktu Dubai. Pesawat mengalami turbulensi saat berada di dekat Kepulauan Nicobar, Samudera Hindia. "Pesawat masuk di ruang hampa dan mengalami drop selama 3-4 detik," kata Heru.

Saat pesawat mendekati Bandara Changi, pilot mengumumkan untuk mendarat. Alasannya awak kabin yang cedera harus segera mendapatkan penanganan medis.

"Salah satu awak kabin mengalami cedera serius pada tulang lehernya dan perlu mendapatkan perawatan medis," tuturnya.

Setelah pesawat mendarat, semua penumpang dan awak kabin yang mengalami cedera langsung menjalani pemeriksaan medis. Selanjutnya, otoritas penerbangan Singapura melakukan pemeriksaan fisik pesawat.



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New Photos: First Boeing 777-300 ER for Garuda Indonesia In Full Livery [ PK-GIA ]

source: flickr

Epic AvGeek Photo: Garuda Indonesia’s First Boeing 777-300ER in Full Livery

http://www.airlinereporter.com/2013/05/photo-garuda-indonesias-first-boeing-777-300er-in-full-livery/

Pesawat Malaysia Airlines Nyaris Mendarat di Bandara Kuala Namu

I-INEWS, MEDAN – Bandara Kuala Namu belum dioperasikan karena masih dalam tahap pembenahan akhir.

Namun, sebuah pesawat maskapai Malaysia Airlines (MAS) nyaris menjadi pesawat yang mendarat pertama sekali di bandara itu.

Hal itu bermula dari ‘nyasar’nya pesawat itu yang semestinya mendarat di Bandara Polonia. Kejadian itu terjadi pada Sabtu (18/5) pukul 15.30 WIB. Pesawat tersebut berangkat dari Kuala Lumpur dengan tujuan Bandara Polonia, Medan.

Ketika menyadari salah bandara, pesawat itu urung mendarat dan berbalik ke Polonia.

Belum diketahui penyebab persis nyasarnya pesawat tersebut. Namun, dugaan sementara karena mulai berfungsinya radar bandara Kuala Namu dan terbaca sebagai Bandara Polonia.

Kepala Otoritas Bandara Udara Wilayah II Abdul Hani membenarkan kejadian tersebut. Namun, dia juga tidak bisa memastikan penyebab nyasarnya pesawat itu.

Dia mengatakan, pesawat MAS tersebut tidak sempat mendarat melainkan hanya sempat melakukan approach pendaratan. Begitu menyadari bandara yang dituju salah, pesawat naik lagi dan melapor ke Air Traffic Control (ATC) Bandara Polonia dan kembali ke Polonia.

“Kemungkinan terjadinya kesalahan itu karena antara Kuala Namu dan Polonia berada dalam satu jalur dan koordinatnya hampir sama. Selain itu jaraknya hanya sekitar 5 nautical mile dengan status radar keduanya sama-sama aktif. Tapi apapun itu, saya tidak mau berspekulasi,” jelas dia.,

Pada saat kejadian, para pekerja sempat terkejut karena tiba-tiba mendengar deru suara mesin pesawat.

Namun, dari informasi yang beredar, pesawat MAS bukanlah pesawat pertama. Sejumlah pesawat dari berbagai maskapai juga telah melakukan ‘kesalahan’ serupa. 

http://indonesiainfrastructurenews.com/index.php/opini/5175-pesawat-malaysia-airlines-nyaris-mendarat-di-bandara-kuala-namu 

Garuda Tetap Pesan 10 B-777-300

Jakarta – PT Garuda Indonesia Tbk (GIAA) yang merupakan salah satu maskapai berpelayanan full service di Indonesia, tidak mengurungkan niatnya untuk memesan pesawat Boeing 777-300 Extended Range (ER).  Walaupun pesawat jenis tersebut mengamami sejumlah permasalahan.

Vice President Corporate Communications Garuda, Pujobroto, menuturkan bahwa pihaknya sudah mengetahui kalau pesawat sejenis yang dipesannya mengalami permasalahan yakni di maskapai Air China dimana salah satu mesin pesawat tiba-tiba mati. “Dan memang ada pemberitahuan dari pihak Boeing dan General Electric menyangkut engine-nya atau istilahnya service bulletin atau pemberitahuan kepada customer-nya yang memesan 777. Akan tetapi punya kami baru akan delivered pada akhir Juni,” ungkap Pujo di Jakarta, baru-baru ini.

Sehingga, lanjut Pujo, pesawat yang dipesannya sekarang masih berada di pabrik Boeing dan sedang dilakukan pengecekan serta pemeriksaan terkait bagian-bagian yang dinyatakan bermasalah tersebut. “Kita tentu tidak akan menerima sampai hal yang menjadi concern itu sudah diperiksa dan diselesaikan. Akan tetapi apakah kami akan membatalkan?, itu kan hal yang masih dicek jadi kita lihat perkembangannya,” jawab Pujo.

Sejauh ini, Pujo berharap tidak akan ada masalah terhadap pemesanan pesawatnya tersebut dan ia berujar bahwa pihaknya tidak akan menerima sebelum hal yang menjadi masalah terselesaikan.

Seperti yang sudah diketahui, maskapai pelat merah ini memesan 10 unit Boeing tipe 777-300 ER dengan masa pengiriman hingga 2015. Pada Juni mendatang, dua unit pesawatnya direncanakan akan tiba, diikuti dua unit lagi pada November mendatang. “Tahun ini ada empat yang akan datang, enam lagi akan datang hingga 2015,” imbuhnya.

Dua unit yang akan datang pada Juni akan dipakai Garuda untuk rute penerbangan ke Jeddah untuk keperluan haji. Rencananya, pesawat yang berkapasitas sekitar 314 penumpang, akan dioperasikan Garuda dengan pelayanan first class.

Boeing 777 adalah pesawat angkut besar untuk menempuh rute jarak jauh. Pesawat ini bisa mengangkut 300 - 550 penumpang dengan jarak 5.235 - 9.380 nautical miles atau sekitar 9.695 - 17.370 kilometer.


 http://www.beritasatu.com/nasional/115093-garuda-tetap-pesan-10-b777300.html#

Alasan Pesawat Malaysia Nyaris Mendarat Di Kuala Namu

JAKARTA – Pilot senior Garuda Indonesia, Capt.Darwis Panjaitan, menilai ada tiga hal yang dapat dilakukan untuk mengetahui mengapa pesawat Malaysia Airlines (MAS) nyaris mendarat di Bandara Internasional Kuala Namu. Padahal bandara tersebut belum resmi beroperasi.

Menurutnya, dalam melakukan pendaratan pilot biasanya mengacu pada tiga instrumen. Salah satunya berdasarkan navigasi instrumen. “Navigasi instrumen ini merupakan alat yang dipasang di sebuah bandara. Dia akan memancarkan frekwensi signal. Dan tiap pesawat akan menangkap signal tersebut,” katanya kepada koran ini di Jakarta, Senin (20/5) malam.

Namun dalam hal ini, kalau pun di Bandara Kuala Namu sudah terpasang navigasi instrumen, sebelum penggunaan bandara diresmikan, alat tersebut menurut Darwis belum boleh dipakai. “Saya kira alat ini belum ada di Bandara Kuala Namu. Karena biasanya dari semua fasilitas yang ada di bandara, alat ini dipasang paling akhir. Tapi bisa saja jangan-jangan alat ini sudah dipublish. Nah kalau itu terjadi, berarti kesalahan ada di Departemen Perhubungan,” katanya.

Hal yang kedua, seorang pilot akan melakukan pendaratan berdasarkan penglihatan (full visual). “Biasanya, pilot-pilot internasional jarang melakukan ini. Tapi kalau pesawat-pesawat kecil dengan medan seperti di pedalaman, biasa digunakan,” katanya. Model pendaratan dengan menggunakan metode ini menurut Darwis, juga harusnya tidak terjadi. Karena hanya dipakai jika seorang pilot telah benar-benar menguasai suatu daerah. “Jadi tidak turun begitu saja. Kalau ini yang terjadi (terhadap nyaris mendaratnya MAS,red), maka murni kesalahan pilot,” katanya.

Sementara terkait hal ketiga, seorang pilot akan mendaratkan pesawatnya dengan tuntunan pengatur radar atau yang disebut Air Traffic Control (ATC). Biasanya jika metode ini berjalan dengan baik, Darwis memastikan tidak akan terjadi kesalahan. Karena pesawat benar-benar dipandu mendarat di bandara yang tepat. “Kalau ini yang terjadi, berarti kesalahan ada di otorisasi. Artinya tidak memandu dengan benar. Tapi bisa juga yang terjadi itu sang pilot saat itu dipandu, dan pada saat itu posisi pesawat berada tidak jauh dari Bandara Kuala Namu. Sehingga ia berpikir bandara tersebut Polonia,” katanya.

Namun begitu Darwis tidak ingin berandai-andai lebih jauh. Ia hanya menyatakan dari pengalamannya selama puluhan tahun sebagai pilot, belum pernah sekali pun sampai nyaris di bandara yang salah. Demikian juga di dunia, peristiwa seperti ini menurutnya hampir tidak pernah terjadi. Karena itu untuk memastikannya, tentu dibutuhkan penyelidikan lebih lanjut. Sehingga tidak lagi terulang. “Tapi yang kita bicarakan ini kalau dalam keadaan normal. Artinya kalau pesawat dalam keadaan darurat, di laut pun tidak masalah untuk mendarat. Apalagi di sebuah bandara,” katanya.



http://www.jpnn.com/read/2013/05/21/172910/Alasan-Pesawat-Malaysia-Nyaris-Mendarat-Di-Kuala-Namu- 

The 20 Best Airlines In The World - 2013

With high fares, costly fees, and now the prospect of endless delays caused by sequester-mandated FAA budget cuts, flying economy is often a horror show.
But not all airlines are created equal, and some treat all their passengers very nicely.
To find the best of the best for flying at a reasonable cost, we devised a ranking system based on the two most important factors for a pleasant trip: An enjoyable experience in the plane, and timely departure and arrival.
We looked at dozens of major international airlines that fly long-haul routes.
We valued in-flight experience based on ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, and service efficiency, from leading airline reviewer Skytrax.
Flightstats.com provided the on-time performance figures (from February 15 to April 15) for each airline. Figures are for marketed, or codeshare, flights: For example, if American Airlines advertises a fare for a flight that is operated by Delta (carriers often make such marketing agreements), and the Delta flight is delayed, that delay is reflected in the on-time performance ratings for both airlines.
We then averaged scores for in-flight experience and the on-time performance of the airlines equally to come up with an overall score. Ratings are out of 100 points.

20. Etihad Airways

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In-Flight Experience: 80
On-Time Performance: 74
United Arab Emirates-based Etihad is barely ten years old, but it is growing rapidly: It said its profits tripled from $14 million in 2011 to $42 million last year.
Its has been named the World's Leading Airline at the World Travel Awards for the past four years.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, and service efficiency, provided by Skytrax.
On-time performance is for February 15 - April 15, and is provided by Flightstats.com. Figures are for marketed, or codeshare, flights: For example, if American Airlines advertises a fare for a flight that is operated by Delta (carriers often make such marketing agreements), and the Delta flight is delayed, that delay is reflected in the on-time performance ratings for both airlines.

19. Lufthansa

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In-Flight Experience: 80
On-Time Performance: 75
With hubs in Dusseldorf, Frankfurt, and Munich, Germany's Lufthansa is the largest airline in Europe.
To compete in today's tough airline industry, the carrier has improved its business class seating, but economy is still excellent.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, and service efficiency, provided by Skytrax.
On-time performance is for February 15 - April 15, and is provided by Flightstats.com. Figures are for marketed, or codeshare, flights: For example, if American Airlines advertises a fare for a flight that is operated by Delta (carriers often make such marketing agreements), and the Delta flight is delayed, that delay is reflected in the on-time performance ratings for both airlines.

18. Air Astana

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In-Flight Experience: 74
On-Time Performance: 82
Air Astana is the flag carrier of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and started commercial flights in 2002.
It may not top our list, but it did win "Best Airline in Central Asia and India" at the 2012 World Airline Awards.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, and service efficiency, provided by Skytrax.
On-time performance is for February 15 - April 15, and is provided by Flightstats.com. Figures are for marketed, or codeshare, flights: For example, if American Airlines advertises a fare for a flight that is operated by Delta (carriers often make such marketing agreements), and the Delta flight is delayed, that delay is reflected in the on-time performance ratings for both airlines.

15. Oman Air (tie)

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In-Flight Experience: 82
On-Time Performance: 75
Based out of Muscat International Airport in Oman, this carrier's slogan is "Modern Vision. Timeless Traditions..."
It scored a 90 for seat comfort, and 80 for every other in-flight experience factor we measured.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, and service efficiency, provided by Skytrax.
On-time performance is for February 15 - April 15, and is provided by Flightstats.com. Figures are for marketed, or codeshare, flights: For example, if American Airlines advertises a fare for a flight that is operated by Delta (carriers often make such marketing agreements), and the Delta flight is delayed, that delay is reflected in the on-time performance ratings for both airlines.

15. Japan Airlines (tie)

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In-Flight Experience: 76
On-Time Performance: 81
Japan Airlines is based out of four main hubs in its home country and serves 103 destinations worldwide.
It's one the biggest buyers so far of Boeing's troubled Dreamliner passenger jet, and is busy modifying the planes with a newly-approved battery system so it can get them back in the air.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, and service efficiency, provided by Skytrax.
On-time performance is for February 15 - April 15, and is provided by Flightstats.com. Figures are for marketed, or codeshare, flights: For example, if American Airlines advertises a fare for a flight that is operated by Delta (carriers often make such marketing agreements), and the Delta flight is delayed, that delay is reflected in the on-time performance ratings for both airlines.

15. Thai Airways (tie)

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In-Flight Experience: 78
On-Time Performance: 79
Thai Airways flies to 75 destination in 35 countries and is the flag carrier of Thailand.
It is a sponsor of Red Bull Racing and the Football Association of Thailand.
The airline was also the first Asia-Pacific airline to serve London Heathrow Airport.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, and service efficiency, provided by Skytrax.
On-time performance is for February 15 - April 15, and is provided by Flightstats.com. Figures are for marketed, or codeshare, flights: For example, if American Airlines advertises a fare for a flight that is operated by Delta (carriers often make such marketing agreements), and the Delta flight is delayed, that delay is reflected in the on-time performance ratings for both airlines.

14. Finnair

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In-Flight Experience: 76
On-Time Performance: 74
Finnair is the leading airline for both domestic and international flights in its home country, and is mostly owned by the Finnish government.
The carrier offers economy passengers a hot meal and a hot snack on most flights, but the quality of the food scored a 70.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, and service efficiency, provided by Skytrax.
On-time performance is for February 15 - April 15, and is provided by Flightstats.com. Figures are for marketed, or codeshare, flights: For example, if American Airlines advertises a fare for a flight that is operated by Delta (carriers often make such marketing agreements), and the Delta flight is delayed, that delay is reflected in the on-time performance ratings for both airlines.

13. Turkish Airlines

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In-Flight Experience: 80
On-Time Performance: 74
It's not the most reliable, but Turkish Airlines scored an 80 in every other category we measured.
With an ad campaign starring Kobe Bryant and Leo Messi, it has generated positive press in recent months — though some potential customers were put off by its proposed ankle-length uniforms for flight attendants.
It flies to 221 airports in 98 countries.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, and service efficiency, provided by Skytrax.
On-time performance is for February 15 - April 15, and is provided by Flightstats.com. Figures are for marketed, or codeshare, flights: For example, if American Airlines advertises a fare for a flight that is operated by Delta (carriers often make such marketing agreements), and the Delta flight is delayed, that delay is reflected in the on-time performance ratings for both airlines.

11. South African Airways (tie)

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In-Flight Experience: 78
On-Time Performance: 74
African carriers are underdeveloped compared to the European, American, and Asian counterparts, but South African Airways made its way onto this list anyway.
It flies to 38 cities from its hub near Johannesburg, and impresses economy passengers with excellent meals, in-flight entertainment, and seat comfort.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, and service efficiency, provided by Skytrax.
On-time performance is for February 15 - April 15, and is provided by Flightstats.com. Figures are for marketed, or codeshare, flights: For example, if American Airlines advertises a fare for a flight that is operated by Delta (carriers often make such marketing agreements), and the Delta flight is delayed, that delay is reflected in the on-time performance ratings for both airlines.

11. Cathay Pacific (tie)

In-Flight Experience: 84
On-Time Performance: 74
With a main hub in Hong Kong, Cathay Pacific had a perfect score of 100 for in-flight entertainment.
Its flight attendants highlighted the importance of good service in December, when they threatened a "no-smile, no-booze" strike — in short, making passengers pay "a five-star price to get a three-star service."
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, and service efficiency, provided by Skytrax.
On-time performance is for February 15 - April 15, and is provided by Flightstats.com. Figures are for marketed, or codeshare, flights: For example, if American Airlines advertises a fare for a flight that is operated by Delta (carriers often make such marketing agreements), and the Delta flight is delayed, that delay is reflected in the on-time performance ratings for both airlines.

9. Air New Zealand (tie)

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In-Flight Experience: 82
On-Time Performance: 74
Air New Zealand had high rankings but its overall score was brought down by its mediocre reliability.
With an ad campaign that capitalizes on the popularity of the film The Hobbit, it offers service to Australia, the South Pacific, Asia, Europe, and North America.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, and service efficiency, provided by Skytrax.
On-time performance is for February 15 - April 15, and is provided by Flightstats.com. Figures are for marketed, or codeshare, flights: For example, if American Airlines advertises a fare for a flight that is operated by Delta (carriers often make such marketing agreements), and the Delta flight is delayed, that delay is reflected in the on-time performance ratings for both airlines.

9. Korean Air (tie)

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In-Flight Experience: 78
On-Time Performance: 74
Korean Air, which flies to destinations in all six inhabited continents, had consistent ratings across all the categories, not scoring very high or very low in any.
Despite the fact that it owns a farm on which it raises its beef, its food scored a 70.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, and service efficiency, provided by Skytrax.
On-time performance is for February 15 - April 15, and is provided by Flightstats.com. Figures are for marketed, or codeshare, flights: For example, if American Airlines advertises a fare for a flight that is operated by Delta (carriers often make such marketing agreements), and the Delta flight is delayed, that delay is reflected in the on-time performance ratings for both airlines.

8. Silk Air

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In-Flight Experience: 76
On-Time Performance: 74
Silk Air scored highly in all categories except in-flight entertainment, where it got 60.
As the subsidiary of Singapore Airlines that operates shorter flights, its passengers aren't likely to care too much, especially since free alcohol is offered on international flights.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, and service efficiency, provided by Skytrax.
On-time performance is for February 15 - April 15, and is provided by Flightstats.com. Figures are for marketed, or codeshare, flights: For example, if American Airlines advertises a fare for a flight that is operated by Delta (carriers often make such marketing agreements), and the Delta flight is delayed, that delay is reflected in the on-time performance ratings for both airlines.

7. Garuda Indonesia

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In-Flight Experience: 80
On-Time Performance: 74
Garuda Indonesia got its highest score with a near-perfect 90 for seat comfort.
However, after it was deemed "unsafe," Garuda was banned from flying in European Union airspace between 2007 and 2009.
The majority of its destinations are in Asia, Australia, and the Middle East.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, and service efficiency, provided by Skytrax.
On-time performance is for February 15 - April 15, and is provided by Flightstats.com. Figures are for marketed, or codeshare, flights: For example, if American Airlines advertises a fare for a flight that is operated by Delta (carriers often make such marketing agreements), and the Delta flight is delayed, that delay is reflected in the on-time performance ratings for both airlines.

6. ANA (All Nippon Airways)

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In-Flight Experience: 82
On-Time Performance: 74
ANA is Japan's largest airline, and the operator of the two Boeing Dreamliner planes whose battery systems failed in January, leading to the grounding of the jet.
The carrier did not receive a perfect score in any category, but its consistent high rankings earned it the number four spot on the list.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, and service efficiency, provided by Skytrax.
On-time performance is for February 15 - April 15, and is provided by Flightstats.com. Figures are for marketed, or codeshare, flights: For example, if American Airlines advertises a fare for a flight that is operated by Delta (carriers often make such marketing agreements), and the Delta flight is delayed, that delay is reflected in the on-time performance ratings for both airlines.

4. Qatar Airways (tie)

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In-Flight Experience: 90
Airline Reliability: 60
Qatar Airways earned perfect scores for seat comfort and service efficiency, and it offers free booze on international flights.
It operates a hub-and-spoke network of routes, and the Qatari government owns 50% of the airline.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, and service efficiency, provided by Skytrax.
On-time performance is for February 15 - April 15, and are provided by Flightstats.com. Figures are for marketed, or codeshare, flights: For example, if American Airlines advertises a fare for a flight that is operated by Delta (carriers often make such marketing agreements), and the Delta flight is delayed, that delay is reflected in the on-time performance ratings for both airlines.

4. Asiana Airlines (tie)

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In-Flight Experience: 86
On-Time Performance: 80
Formerly known as Seoul Airlines, Asiana Airlines's hub is at Incheon International Airport, just outside the South Korean capital.
In 2012, it was named "Best Overall Airline In The World" by Business Traveler, but it comes in at number four on our list.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, and service efficiency, provided by Skytrax.
On-time performance is for February 15 - April 15, and is provided by Flightstats.com. Figures are for marketed, or codeshare, flights: For example, if American Airlines advertises a fare for a flight that is operated by Delta (carriers often make such marketing agreements), and the Delta flight is delayed, that delay is reflected in the on-time performance ratings for both airlines.

2. Virgin America (tie)

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In-Flight Experience: 80
On-Time Performance: 74
Virgin America scored a 90 for its in-flight entertainment, and made Apple fans happy last year when it named one if its airplanes "Stay Hungry, Stay Foolish," in honor of Steve Jobs.
It mainly operates long-haul flights from the east coast to the west coast of the U.S.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, and service efficiency, provided by Skytrax.
On-time performance is for February 15 - April 15, and is provided by Flightstats.com. Figures are for marketed, or codeshare, flights: For example, if American Airlines advertises a fare for a flight that is operated by Delta (carriers often make such marketing agreements), and the Delta flight is delayed, that delay is reflected in the on-time performance ratings for both airlines.

2. Malaysia Airlines (tie)

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In-Flight Experience: 90
On-Time Performance: 74
Malaysia Airlines got perfect scores for seat comfort and service efficiency. It even banned children in some areas of its planes, though economy travelers will still risk having their seat backs kicked by toddlers.
Its main hub is located in Kuala Lumpur, and it operates flights all around the region.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, and service efficiency, provided by Skytrax.
On-time performance is for February 15 - April 15, and is provided by Flightstats.com. Figures are for marketed, or codeshare, flights: For example, if American Airlines advertises a fare for a flight that is operated by Delta (carriers often make such marketing agreements), and the Delta flight is delayed, that delay is reflected in the on-time performance ratings for both airlines.

1. Singapore Airlines

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In-Flight Experience: 98
On-Time Performance: 74
As the rankings show, Singapore Airlines offers far and away the world's best economy experience.
Employees are trained to treat everyone with care and respect, and that makes all the difference.
Add in the fact that Singapore Airlines scored 100 for seat comfort, cabin cleanliness, and in-flight entertainment, and it's easy to see why it's number one.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, and service efficiency, provided by Skytrax.
On-time performance is for February 15 - April 15, and is provided by Flightstats.com. Figures are for marketed, or codeshare, flights: For example, if American Airlines advertises a fare for a flight that is operated by Delta (carriers often make such marketing agreements), and the Delta flight is delayed, that delay is reflected in the on-time performance ratings for both airlines.

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The 20 Worst Airlines In The World - 2013

Air travel can be a miserable experience these days — especially when you are flying economy class.
Since nothing is worse than being stuck in a small uncomfortable seat with limited leg room, terrible food, and rude service, we think the in-flight experience is the most important factor in enjoying your flight.
We ranked the 20 worst airlines for flying economy in the world, based on the most unpleasant in-flight experiences.
To compile this list, we looked at dozens of major international airlines that fly long-haul routes and have economy class seats. We looked at ratings (scored on a scale of one to five) from leading airline reviewer Skytrax for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, and service efficiency.
We included passenger reviews for each airline (scored out of ten) also from Skytrax.
We adjusted each measure to be out of 100, and averaged them to produce a final score that reflects the overall in-flight experience. Ratings are out of 100 points.

20. Sky Express

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Rated 50 out of 100 for economy class.
Air Algerie flies a fleet of 45 Airbus and Boeing planes, with orders placed for 16 more.
In 2012, it started leasing Boeing 747 jumbo jets to cope with extra demand during the Hajj and Umrah Muslim pilgrimages.
Its passenger review score of 60 was quite good, but poor Skytrax ratings for in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness, and staff response to passenger requests make it the 20th worst airline in the world for flying economy.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, service efficiency, and passenger reviews, provided by Skytrax.

18. Ryanair (tie)

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Rated 49.2 out of 100 for economy class.
This "ultra-low-cost" airline is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, and has a fleet of over 300 aircraft.
Although the no-frills carrier has non-reclining seats and lacks seat-back pockets, it carries a surprising number of business travelers, and it may have figured out how to save Greece's tourism industry.
Now, Ryanair has plans to reduce the number of toilets on each plane from three to one, with the benefit of fitting six more paying passengers on each flight.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, service efficiency, and passenger reviews, provided by Skytrax.

18. Merpati Nusantara Airlines (tie)

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Rated 49.2 out of 100 for economy class.
Merpati Nusantara Airlines is an Indonesian airline based out of Jakarta.
It operates domestic and international flights, but it — along with 286 other airlines — is deemed "unsafe" by the EU, and is banned from flying in European airspace.
Skytrax gave the carrier just one star out of five for in-flight entertainment and interaction with passengers. The food's not terrible, though — it got three and a half stars.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, service efficiency, and passenger reviews, provided by Skytrax.

17. Biman Bangladesh Airlines

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Rated 49 out of 100 for economy class.
The national airline of Bangladesh announced in April it has hired its first foreign CEO, Kevin Steele, formerly of British Airways.
Biman Bangladesh is currently permitted to fly into the EU, and operates flights to 20 different destinations.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, service efficiency, and passenger reviews, provided by Skytrax.

16. Cubana Airlines

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Rated 47.7 out of 100 for economy class.
Cubana is banned from flying to the US by the American commercial embargo against Cuba, but its international destinations include Europe, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.
The Cuban government owns the airline, and has since 1959. It recently upgraded a number of planes in its fleet with Russian-made aircrafts.
Nonetheless, it received two-star ratings from Skytrax for cabin cleanliness, staff presence, and staff responses to requests.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, service efficiency, and passenger reviews, provided by Skytrax.

15. Nepal Airlines

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Rated 46.7 out of 100 for economy class.
The former chairman of Nepal Airlines was convicted of corruption charges in 2011.
The airline also once sacrificed goats to appease a Hindu god after a technical problem.
Weak points include meals and staff responses to passenger requests.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, service efficiency, and passenger reviews, provided by Skytrax.

14. Royal Air Maroc

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Rated 46.5 out of 100 for economy class.
Royal Air Maroc is the largest airline in Morocco and operates an all-Boeing fleet.
It has an open sky agreement with the EU, which brings in the majority of its international visitors and is a main driving force for Morocco's tourism industry.
The airline received just one star for staff presence during flight.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, service efficiency, and passenger reviews, provided by Skytrax.

12. TAAG Angola Airlines (tie)

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Rated 45.8 out of 100 for economy class.
TAAG Angola Airlines had previously been completely blocked from EU airspace, but the ban has been partially lifted.
During its ban, it wet-leased aircraft (when the aircraft comes with crew and insurance) from South African Airlines to continue its long-haul flights.
TAAG recently announced it would increase the number of flights to Cuba and Zimbabwe.
Skytrax users gave the airline just 3.5 points out of 10.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, service efficiency, and passenger reviews, provided by Skytrax.

12. Pegasus Airlines (tie)

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Rated 45.8 out of 100 for economy class.
Pegasus Airlines is a low-cost airline and is the second largest airline in Turkey.
None of its ratings are above three stars, but that could change: The carrier is launching new routes to Doha and Athens, and just had a successful IPO in Turkey.
It operates Boeing aircraft, and has orders placed for dozens of Airbuses.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, service efficiency, and passenger reviews, provided by Skytrax.

11. Spirit

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Rated 45 out of 100 for economy class.
Spirit is one of only two two-star airlines operating in the Americas, the other being Cubana Airlines.
The airline is known for its outrageous fees and its strict no-refund policy, which could backfire eventually.
Spirit also got itself on Consumer Reports's 2012 "naughty" list, and annoyed liberals on election day with a "Romney Wins!" email.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, service efficiency, and passenger reviews, provided by Skytrax.

10. Syrian Air

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Rated 44.8 out of 100 for economy class.
Syrian Air is operating far fewer flights than it has in the past, due to EU sanctions put into place since the start of its civil war.
In 2012, one of its planes collided in midair with a military helicopter, over Damascus. The plane, carrying 200 people, landed safely, but the helicopter was destroyed. It's unclear is anyone onboard was injured or killed, according to the New York Times.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, service efficiency, and passenger reviews, provided by Skytrax.

9. Tajik Air

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Rated 43.3 out of 100 for economy class.
Established in 1923, Tajik Air is the national airline of Tajikistan. 
Its last fatal crash occurred in 1997, killing all 79 passengers and six of the seven crew members. Two crashes in 1993 killed more than 120 people, according to the Aviation Safety Network.
Skytrax gives Tajik Air two star rankings for comfort and staff interaction with passengers.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, service efficiency, and passenger reviews, provided by Skytrax.

8. Iceland Express

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Rated 42.8 out of 100 for economy class.
Iceland Express is a low-cost carrier that currently does not offer any flights to or from the U.S.
Its tiny fleet is composed of just two Airbus A320s, and the airline was acquired by carrier WOW Air in October 2012.
The airline got two stars from Skytrax for meal service, staff cabin presence, and assistance during boarding.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, service efficiency, and passenger reviews, provided by Skytrax.

7. Rossiya Airlines

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Rated 42.7 out of 100 for economy class.
St. Petersburg-based Rossiya Airlines just completed a fleet renewal program, but that may not be enough to bump it off of this list.
Most of its planes are made by Airbus, but it does have Boeings and Russian-made aircraft as well.
In 2010, it merged with Aeroflot, which then reported a 66% drop in profitability in 2012.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, service efficiency, and passenger reviews, provided by Skytrax.

6. Bulgaria Air

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Rated 41.8 out of 100 for economy class.
Founded in 2002, Bulgaria Air is based out of Bulgaria's capital, Sofia, and has a fleet of 18 planes.
It recently added low-cost flights to Amsterdam that will make it easier to connect to the U.S., Canada, and the rest of Europe.
It got two stars from Skytrax for amenities (like blankets and pillows), service efficiency, and staff language skills.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, service efficiency, and passenger reviews, provided by Skytrax.

5. Air Koryo

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Rated 39.2 out of 100 for economy class.
Flights on North Korea's state-owned airline — the world's only one-star carrier — include "revolutionary marching music," food that's described as "edible," and a concerning amount of water vapor in the cabin, according to past customers.
Of Air Koryo's entire fleet, only two of its new planes are permitted in European Union airspace.
The airline is currently trying to upgrade its aging aircraft, and will likely purchase new planes from Russia because of sanctions by the U.S. and EU.
Here is what it is like to fly on Air Koryo.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, service efficiency, and passenger reviews, provided by Skytrax.

4. Uzbekistan Airways

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Rated 37.5 out of 100 for economy class.
Since its first flight in 1992, Uzbekistan Airways has had three fatal accidents, killing a total of 54 people.
It received one-star ratings for in-flight entertainment, amenities, and staff response to passenger requests, so it's no surprise it's the fourth worst airline on this list.
Most of its international flights depart from Tashkent, Uzbekistan's capital, but the airline operates international flights from other regional airports as well.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, service efficiency, and passenger reviews, provided by Skytrax.

3. Ukraine International Airlines

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Rated 36.3 out of 100 for economy class.
The airline that once flew Pope John Paul II around Ukraine has a relatively high passenger reviews score of 58, but it did poorly in the other categories, bringing its overall ranking to the third worst airline.
It is based in Kiev and operates flights to over 60 destinations across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, service efficiency, and passenger reviews, provided by Skytrax.

2. Sudan Airways

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Rated 33.3 out of 100 for economy class.
Sudan Airways is the second-worst airline in the world for economy travelers.
While it did receive two stars for seat comfort, it did not score above two stars in any other category we considered.
The airline is currently banned by the European Union and serves only destinations within Sudan, Africa, and the Middle East.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, service efficiency, and passenger reviews, provided by Skytrax.

1. Turkmenistan Airlines

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Rated 30.8 out of 100 for economy class.
Turkmenistan Airlines is the worst airline to fly economy.
The carrier is based out of Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan, and it has a fleet of Boeing airplanes for its passenger flights.
Turkmenistan is the first former Soviet state to use Boeing aircraft, and all of the airline's international flights are flown by Western-trained pilots.
Nonetheless, terrible rankings on Skytrax for in-flight entertainment, seat comfort, service efficiency, staff response to passenger requests, and staff language skills make it the worst airline you can find.
In-flight experience score is an average of ratings for seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, cabin cleanliness and condition, quality of meals served, service efficiency, and passenger reviews, provided by Skytrax.

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Pembukaan Bandara Kuala Namu Bisa Jadi Molor

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Wakil Menteri Perhubungan Bambang Susantono mengatakan Bandara Kuala Namu, Medan, Sumatera Utara belum pasti bisa beroperasi pada Juli 2013 mendatang. Sebab bandara tersebut masih memerlukan banyak persiapan. 

"Target awal itu 25 Juli 2013. Tergantung dari kesiapan semuanya, pada waktu itu diputuskan seminggu kemudian untuk dievaluasi, dan apakah mungkin 25 Juli 2013,"ujarnya selepas meresmikan Program Pelatihan Pilot dan Tenaga Ahli Penerbangan ICAO-Indonesia di Jakarta, Senin, 13 Mei 2013.

Bambang menjelaskan bahwa jika dibuka pada tanggal 25 Juli maka bandara akan ramai oleh arus mudik lebaran padahal  bandara tersebut masih ada kekurangan di sana-sini. “opsi lain ya dibukanya setelah lebaran," ucap Bambang.

Ruas jalan akses non tol menuju Bandara Kuala Namu juga menjadi pertimbangan waktu pembukaan Bandara tersebut. Saat ini menurut Bambang jalan sudah dapat dilewati namun belum memiliki 2 jalur seperti yang direncanakan.

Selain itu proses perpindahan dari Bandara Polonia ke Bandara Kuala Namu juga membutuhkan waktu yang tidak sebentar dan mempengaruhi keputusan pembukaan Bandara Kuala Namu.

Sebelumnya, Kementerian Pekerjaan Umum menargetkan penyelesaian pembangunan jalan non-tol tersebut karena Bandara Kuala Namu diagendakan resmi beroperasi pada pertengahan 2013.

Bandara Kuala Namu merupakan bandara terintegrasi pertama di Indonesia. Bandara tersebut nantinya memiliki akses transportasi berupa jalan non-tol, jalur jalan tol, dan juga rel kereta api.

Kuala Namu Jadi Bandara Pertama di RI yang Bisa Tampung Airbus A380

Jakarta - Bandara Kuala Namu, Deli Serdang, Sumatera Utara mampu menampung pesawat jumbo Airbus A380. Bandara Kuala Namu merupakan bandara pertama di Indonesia yang dapat menampung pesawat jenis ini.

Hal tersenut dikemukakan oleh Wakil Menteri Perhubungan Bambang Susantono saat ditemui di Kantor BPSDM Kementerian Perhubungan, Jalam Medan Merdeka Timur, Jakarta Pusat, Senin (13/5/2013).

"Sementara ini, iya Bandara Kuala Namu (yang pertama)," kata Bambang.

Dikatakan Bambang, secara teknis Bandara Kuala Namu memiliki teknologi dan infrastruktur yang lebih canggih dibanding bandara lain, sehingga dapat menampung pesawat Airbus A380. Namun menurutnya, belum dapat diputuskan apakah pemerintah akan membuat regulasi khusus bagi bandara ini.

"Secara teknis iya, bisa. Tapi apakah kita memutuskan untuk menerima A 380 atau tidak, itu belum diputuskan," lanjutnya.

Bambang mengatakan, sebuah maskapai penerbangan asing pun sempat mendaratkan pesawat A380-nya di Bandara Soekarno-Hatta, namun hanya sebatas mendarat, karena infrastruktur yang ada di Bandara Soekarno Hatta tidak cukup mampu untuk menampung pesawat ini.

"Waktu mendarat di Cengkareng itu engine yang paling luar itu ada di luar runway, sehingga rumput-rumput itu naik ke atas. Di sana (Kuala Namu) sudah secara teknis," tutupnya.


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Setelah Kuala Namu, Soekarno-Hatta Menyusul Punya Kereta Bandara

Jakarta - Rencananya September tahun ini Indonesia akan memiliki jaringan kereta bandara pertama di Bandara Kuala Namu, Sumatera Utara. Setelah itu, kereta bandara selanjutnya adalah Bandara Soekarno-Hatta yang akan beroperasi April 2014.

"Kereta bandara pertama kali di Indonesia, kita (PT Railink) operasikan Kuala Namu dulu baru menyusul Bandara Soekarno-Hatta," kata Direktur Komersial dan Humas PT Railink Makmur Syaheran kepada detikFinance, Rabu (10/4/2013)

Makmur menuturkan di Indonesia banyak bandara yang memiliki potensi untuk terhubung dengan jaringan kereta. Kereta bandara yang saat ini progresnya mulai terlihat adalah kereta Bandara Soekarno-Hatta.

PT Railink merupakan perusahaan patungan antara PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) dengan PT Angkasa Pura II, masing-masing kepemilikan saham 60% dan 40%. PT Railink akan fokus mengurus kereta-kereta bandara yang dioperasikan oleh PT Angkasa Pura II.

"Kereta bandara selanjutnya, tergantung penugasan dari pemerintah untuk proyek kereta bandara lainnya," katanya.

Saat ini PT Angkasa Pura II mengelola 12 bandara utama di kawasan Barat Indonesia, yaitu Soekarno-Hatta (Jakarta), Halim Perdanakusuma (Jakarta), Polonia (Medan), Supadio (Pontianak), Minangkabau (Ketaping) dulunya Tabing, Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II (Palembang), Sultan Syarif Kasim II (Pekanbaru), Husein Sastranegara (Bandung), Sultan Iskandarmuda (Banda Aceh), Raja Haji Fisabilillah (Tanjung Pinang) dulunya Kijang, Sultan Thaha (Jambi) dan Depati Amir (Pangkal Pinang).


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