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Cessna Caravan fleet expands with order from PT Semuwa Aviasi Mandiri

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Dana Ermolenko
Aircraft: Airplanes

The global fleet of Cessna Caravans will soon expand with an order from Indonesian operator PT Semuwa Aviasi Mandiri, the company member of PT Yasa Artha Trimanunggal  (Yasa - SAM Air), for a Cessna Caravan. The versatile aircraft will strengthen Yasa - SAM Air’s ability to support cargo, logistics and passenger operations and conduct weather modification missions across Indonesia.   

Tony Jones, vice president, Sales,  Asia-Pacific commented: “The Cessna Caravan delivers proven reliability and operational flexibility, making it an ideal solution for missions across Indonesia. Its performance and versatility enable operators like SAM Air to reach remote destinations, expand regional connectivity and support essential services.”

Yenna Yunaina, President Director, Yasa – SAM Air stated: “ Yasa  - SAM Air is the name you can trust for connecting skies, cargo and climate with care.” 

Yasa - SAM Air currently operates one Cessna Caravan and a Cessna Grand Caravan EX for charter and logistics services for critical supplies. By growing their fleet with additional Cessna Caravan aircraft, SAM Air is enhancing its ability to serve domestic charter routes, logistics services and public service missions across Indonesia. 

In 2025, the Cessna Caravan family marked 40 years of dependable service. Built for performance in remote and rugged environments, the Caravan remains a trusted solution for operators worldwide. Textron Aviation introduced three new executive interior options in July 2025, giving customers the option for an elevated cabin experience for missions that call for added comfort and style. 

Cessna Caravan and Grand Caravan EX cockpits currently feature Garmin’s G1000 NXi avionics with the latest technology and connectivity.  More than 3,100 Cessna Caravan aircraft have been delivered into more than 100 countries since the aircraft was introduced. With over 25 million flight hours amassed worldwide, Caravans fulfill roles for a multitude of missions, ranging from flight training to recreation, commuter airlines to VIP transport, cargo carriers and humanitarian missions. The Grand Caravan EX aircraft is known for its dependable and efficient performance by regional airlines, charter operators, cargo carriers and Special Missions operators worldwide. The aircraft offers an impressive output of 867 horsepower and a rate of climb of 1,275 feet per minute. 





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