Jakarta, INTI - Telkom University, an educational institution within the PT Telkom Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (Telkom) ecosystem, has partnered with AirNav Indonesia to develop an artificial intelligence (AI) innovation aimed at modernizing air navigation services.
The innovation was presented during the Aviation Safety and Security Reverse Trade Mission (RTM), organized by the United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) from October 26 to November 6, 2026, in Arlington, Virginia, United States.
The forum provided a platform for Indonesia and the Philippines to exchange insights and explore potential technology partnerships in aviation safety and security.
One of the solutions introduced by AirNav Indonesia during the event was an AI-powered application designed to assist in preparing Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs). Developed in collaboration with Telkom University, the application utilizes Large Language Model (LLM) technology.
Separately, Telkom University Rector Prof. Dr. Suyanto, S.T., M.Sc., stated that the collaboration demonstrates how university research and technological development can be translated into practical solutions for industry needs.
"For Telkom University, this collaboration represents a tangible example of how research and technological development within higher education institutions can address real industry challenges. We want to ensure that our innovations go beyond academic research and can be implemented to deliver direct benefits. Through the development of an AI-powered NOTAM application with AirNav Indonesia, we hope this technology will improve the efficiency, accuracy, and safety of air navigation services while demonstrating that Indonesian innovations have the potential to compete globally," Prof. Suyanto said.
AI Technology Streamlines NOTAM Preparation
In aviation navigation services, NOTAMs are essential notifications containing information about conditions or changes involving facilities, services, procedures, and potential hazards that may affect flight safety.
These notices serve as important references for pilots, airlines, and aviation stakeholders when making operational decisions.
Preparing NOTAMs requires a high level of precision, as all information must comply with international aviation formats and standards.
To support this process, the application developed by Telkom University and AirNav Indonesia incorporates AI technology capable of understanding everyday language inputs and converting them into standardized NOTAM formats in accordance with the requirements of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
For example, when runway maintenance is scheduled, personnel can simply enter the relevant information using natural language.
The AI system then processes the input and helps transform it into a concise, specific, and standardized NOTAM.
This approach is expected to simplify the preparation process while supporting greater consistency and accuracy in aviation safety information.
AirNav Indonesia and Telkom University Strengthen Strategic Collaboration
The development of the application began through a strategic partnership between AirNav Indonesia and Telkom University.
On July 28, 2025, both institutions held the soft launch of the NOTAM-AI application development project alongside the signing of a Cooperation Agreement (PKS) at AirNav Indonesia's headquarters in Tangerang, Banten.
As part of TelkomGroup and under the supervision of the Telkom Education Foundation (YPT), Telkom University continues to promote the application of research outcomes to address industrial challenges.
The collaboration with AirNav Indonesia represents one of these initiatives, while also creating opportunities for Indonesian technological innovations to contribute to the global aviation industry.
Conclusion
The collaboration between Telkom University and AirNav Indonesia demonstrates the growing role of AI in modernizing critical aviation infrastructure. By leveraging LLM technology to streamline NOTAM preparation, the initiative aims to improve operational efficiency, information accuracy, and aviation safety. It also highlights the potential of Indonesian research institutions to develop practical technological solutions that meet international industry standards.
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