Jakarta, July 14 -- Fighter pilots are often regarded as the spearhead of air defense. Piloting their F-16s, Sukhois, or Hawk 100s/200s, they stand ready to intercept enemies entering Indonesian territory. However, they no longer reign alone over Indonesian airspace.

The Wingsuit troops of the Rapid Action Forces Command (Kopasgat) have become a new mainstay of the Indonesian Air Force for launching air strikes. Unlike fighter jets, these troops operate quietly but move with the speed and precision of missiles flying to their targets.

Currently, the team consists of 10 parachutists equipped with wingsuits during their duty. They jump from altitudes of 10,000 to 15,000 feet, using their wingsuits to glide and maneuver with ease.

These t...