Bravo Unit 90 (Satbravo-90) - An Elite Special Operations unit of Indonesian Air Force

 Bravo Unit 90 (abbreviated Satbravo-90) is an elite special operations unit of the Indonesian Air Force (TNI AU) under the Rapid Action Forces Command (Kopasgat). This unit specializes in countering air piracy terrorism, strategic intelligence, and disabling enemy installations and defense equipment.

Bravo Unit 90 Main Profile

The following is a detailed profile and role of Bravo Unit 90 based on the latest data:

Main Duties: Carrying out intelligence operations, special actions (such as anti-air piracy terrorism), and special technical support as ordered by the TNI Commander.

Detachment Structure: Satbravo-90 is divided into three units with specific roles:

Den 901: Specializing in intelligence and sabotage.

Den 902: Specializing in special actions and airborne counterterrorism.

Den 903: Specializing in technical support (including snipers, explosive ordnance disposal, and underwater sabotage).

Headquarters & Identity: Headquartered at Rumpin Air Force Base, Bogor, West Java. This troop is known for its distinctive orange Paskhas/Kopasgat beret and the motto "Catya Wihikan Awacyama Kapala," which means loyal, skilled, and successful.

Brief History: Formed on September 16, 1990, as Detachment Bravo 90 under the leadership of Air Marshal Maman Suparman. The name "Bravo" was chosen because it means "best."

Soldier Qualifications: Members are selected through a rigorous selection process from among the best graduates of the Kopasgat Command, including IQ, health, physical, and mental tests, followed by six months of special education to obtain the Bravo brevet.

Military Operations and Missions:

Evacuation of Indonesian Citizens in Ukraine (2022)

Evacuation of Indonesian Citizens in Afghanistan (2021)

Summit Security: Routinely involved in VVIP security, such as at the 2016 OIC Extraordinary Summit and summit security in Jakarta since 1992.

East Timor (1999): Tasked with controlling Comoros Airport under the ITFET task force and was the last force to leave the region.

Ambon & Aceh Conflict: Involved in security restoration operations in Ambon and Aceh