Improving Coordination Between the Ministry and the Private Sector in Aircraft Spare Parts Import Policy to Support the MRO Sector in Indonesia
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https://doi.org/10.21512/bbr.v17i2.15170Keywords:
import policies, aircraft spare parts, Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO)Abstract
The Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) sector in Indonesia continues to face challenges, particularly the lack of harmonized policies for importing aircraft spare parts across government ministries, resulting in administrative complexity, higher costs, and reduced industry competitiveness. The research aims to identify key policy factors that can improve the aircraft spare parts import process and strengthen the competitiveness of Indonesia’s MRO industry. The novelty of this research lies in its multi-stakeholder policy analysis, integrating perspectives from government regulators, MRO practitioners, and aviation observers to identify regulatory and institutional barriers affecting import activities. The research employs a qualitative approach using a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) involving 15 participants representing relevant ministries, MRO companies, aviation associations, and industry experts. The findings indicate that regulatory harmonization among ministries and the simplification of import procedures are the most critical factors for reducing processing time and operational costs. Participants also highlight the importance of fiscal incentives, integrated digital licensing systems, and stronger domestic MRO capabilities to enhance industry competitiveness. Furthermore, the research emphasizes the need for structured inter-ministerial coordination and closer collaboration between government agencies and private-sector MRO providers to accelerate technology adoption, workforce development, and operational efficiency. These findings provide practical policy recommendations for strengthening Indonesia’s aviation maintenance ecosystem through coordinated regulations, streamlined import procedures, and sustainable industry collaboration.
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