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Pondok Cabe Air Base

Jakarta, Indonesia

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Pondok Cabe Air Base

Jakarta, Indonesia
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Jakarta's general aviation and military air base.

Location
South Tangerang, Indonesia
Pondok Cabe Air Base (IATA: PCB, ICAO: WIHP) is a military and general aviation airport located in South Tangerang, on the southern outskirts of the greater Jakarta metropolitan area, Indonesia. It serves primarily as a base for the Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) and is also used for general aviation, charter flights, and government transport operations. The airport serves as an alternative to the busier Halim Perdanakusuma and Soekarno-Hatta airports, handling lighter aircraft, pilot training, and non-commercial flights. Its proximity to Jakarta makes it a convenient facility for government and private aviation needs.
Getting to & from
The airport is accessible by road via private vehicle or taxi from central Jakarta, approximately 25–35 kilometers to the south.
Airlines here
No scheduled commercial airlines operate regular passenger services from Pondok Cabe Air Base.
Notable facts
  • ›Operated primarily by the Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU).
  • ›Used for general aviation, charter flights, and government transport.
  • ›Located in South Tangerang, not within Jakarta city limits proper.
  • ›Serves as a training base for pilots and light aircraft operations.
  • ›Not a commercial passenger airport; no scheduled airline services.
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A quiet military airfield serving Jakarta's southern suburban fringe

Pondok Cabe Air Base is a military airfield located in the Pamulang area of South Tangerang, on the southern outskirts of Greater Jakarta, Indonesia. Operated primarily by the Indonesian Air Force (TNI AU), it has historically served both military and limited general aviation purposes. Its position away from the congestion of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport makes it a convenient base for charter, training, and government flights.

Terminals
  • Military Terminal — Primary facility serving Indonesian Air Force operations, government, and authorized charter flights.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi (conventional metered taxis from surrounding Pamulang area)
  • Ride-hailing apps (Gojek, Grab available in surrounding roads)
  • Private car or pre-arranged vehicle pickup
  • Angkot (local minibus routes in Pamulang and Ciputat areas)
Nearby Hotels
  • Santika Premiere Bintaro Hotel
  • Novotel Tangerang
  • favehotel Bintaro
  • MaxOne Hotels Bintaro
Dining

Formal dining facilities within the air base are restricted to authorized military and government personnel. The surrounding Pamulang and Bintaro areas offer a wide variety of Indonesian restaurants, warungs, and modern cafes within a short drive. Bintaro Jaya Xchange Mall nearby provides additional dining and retail options.

Traveller Tips
  • Access to the airfield is strictly controlled; ensure all permits and authorizations are arranged well in advance.
  • Use Grab or Gojek for reliable transport from the surrounding Pamulang and Ciputat areas to reach the base vicinity.
  • Carry official documentation at all times, as military checkpoints require identification and authorization.
  • Plan for road traffic, especially during Jakarta peak hours, as surrounding South Tangerang roads can experience heavy congestion.

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