Jakarta, April 10 -- President Prabowo Subianto marked the 80th anniversary of the Indonesian Air Force (TNI AU) on Thursday (April 9) by praising fighter jet pilots while flying aboard the presidential aircraft, Indonesia One.

"On behalf of the entire nation, I, Prabowo Subianto, President of the Republic of Indonesia, am proud of our air force. We are all proud of our 'young eagles,'" he said via radio communication to the pilots escorting his aircraft, as reported by the TNI AU's official YouTube channel on Friday.

He expressed appreciation to all TNI AU personnel for their dedication to safeguarding Indonesia's airspace, highlighting their vital role in protecting the country and its people.

The president also extended his annivers...