Systemic Innovation Failure in High-RCD Aerospace Projects a Chain-Linked Analysis of Indonesia’s N-250 Program

Nurrudin Ahmad; Jupriyanto Jupriyanto; Khaerudin Khaerudin

doi:10.55927/fjmr.v5i6.109

Authors

Nurrudin Ahmad Universitas Pertahanan Republik Indonesia
Jupriyanto Jupriyanto Universitas Pertahanan Republik Indonesia
Khaerudin Khaerudin Universitas Pertahanan Republik Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/fjmr.v5i6.109

Keywords:

Chain-Linked Model, Innovation Failure, N-250, IPTN, Defense Industry

Abstract

This qualitative case study analyzes systemic innovation chain failures in Indonesia’s N-250 aerospace program to reposition its collapse as a systemic disruption rather than a mere economic casualty. Using Kline and Rosenberg’s Chain-Linked Model, the research examines concepts including market validation, design-production iteration, and research connectivity within Industri Pesawat Terbang Nusantara (IPTN). Data were gathered through a purposive review of academic journals, policy documents, and industry reports conducted from November 2025 to May 2026. Findings indicate that pre-existing structural weaknesses in the innovation chain, accelerated by the 1997-1998 financial crisis, led to the project's failure. Finally, the study implies that aerospace success depends on ecosystem resilience and interconnected innovation chains rather than isolated technological ambition or funding alone.

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