While theoretically possible to take photos from the ground level along the fence, it’s unknown whether it’s allowed to take photos from ground level or not although sometimes there are several villagers doing fishing there undisturbed by security. It’s also pretty risky since it’s located on a narrow grass roadside. There is a chance that a car, motorcycle, or even bus or truck might accidentally veer off the lane and hit you so it’s suggested that we just do safe plane spotting from the house.

• A rule of thumb is you should pay the house owner around Rp. 25.000 – 40.000 (USD 2 – USD 4) each person, depending on how long you will take photos here. You can pay the house owner after you finish your work.
• There are some kiosks nearby but will take quite a walk; it is suggested to bring what you need here. Toilet is available but it’s inside the owner house and you need to ask first.
• There is a small tree and unknown cable (either telephone or electrical) in front of the house which at some angles could distract your view when taking Runway 06/24 traffics especially wide-body traffics.

• 737-900ER at Runway 06/24 could be as low as 55mm at its closest
• 737-800 or A320 at Runway 06/24 around 70mm at it’s closest.
• 777 or another long, huge wide-body aircraft at Runway 06/24 less than 55mm, maybe around 30-40mm at its closest.

It is also suggested to bring longer lenses, ~250mm to spot traffics at Runway 07L/25R.

• There are some restaurants, shops, hotels, and coffee shops inside the residential complex.
• Watch out for the incoming vehicle that enters the parking area.

• Cars are generally not recommended to enter the final path to this spot, especially during the rainy season. The final path to this spot is narrow and has some potholes.
• The nearest shop is close to Spot #4. No facilities at this spot. There are no shades here.
• Traffic jams on road access to this location are commonly happening during weekdays when a lot of trucks pass through the nearby junction. During the rainy season, the path could partially muddled.
• Since it’s located next to the swamp, it’s recommended to use shoes as there is a risk that a snake or another creature might appear.
• Sometimes there is a small open trash dump nearby so please be aware that sometimes it could be smelly and trashes may disperse surrounding areas. Watch your step so you won’t step nasty things.

• There is a small food kiosk and a small restaurant nearby.
• This bridge is located on a road leading to industrial and warehouse areas – especially on working days, this location could be pretty hellish as there are a LOT of trucks and “Transformers” (heavy trailers) passing through – causing atrocious traffic jams and sand dust on this road. Try to avoid this spot when the road is busy.
• The road to this spot (Part of Jalan Raya Perancis that is close to Perimeter Road – which also leads to Spot #3 and #5) is VERY bad, perhaps one of the worst you will see in the Jakarta area. Aside from the aforementioned frequent hellish traffic jams, there are a LOT of cracks and potholes on this road, it is so bad that it looks like a road after being hit by an earthquake. It could be even worse in the rainy season as the road will be slippery and partly flooded. Please be careful especially if you ride a motorcycle.

UPDATE: This spot may have been moved a bit since the location is now used for a new highway. We will update you again as soon as possible. However, there are some angles you could explore nearby this spot.

UPDATE: Apparently in late 2021 the deck has been rebuilt with a fence and a concrete surface. The new deck is now much larger than on the previous deck, so the angle is more flexible and also can accommodate more visitors.

• Access could be quite challenging for first-timer, especially if coming alone and you’re unable to speak Indonesian; it’s recommended that you ask some fellow spotters to help you before coming here. It can be easily reached by motorcycle.
• There is no convenient car parking spot nearby so bringing a personal car is not recommended. Try to park your car at another location (such as on Spot #8) and continue using a taxi or motorcycle taxi such as Go-Jek or Grab. You can use your GPS app to get to the starting point (see map at the end of Jl. Halim Perdana Kusuma). Then please follow the direction on the pictures below.
• The same rule of thumb applies here and to any spot that is not an open area (e.g someone’s house). The amount is around IDR 20.000 to IDR 35.000 (USD2 to USD3) depending on how much you can afford. You can pay the house owner after you finish your work.
• There is a small kiosk on the 1st floor where you can order drinks, snacks, and noodles. It stocked more items compared with the kiosk on the white house, however, it’s always recommended to bring what you need in advance in case they didn’t have it.

For now, the recommended spotting location is along the parking lot in this office area, you can explore several other good angles too – wish that one of the rooftops might available for a visit in near future.

• The parking fee is IDR 2000 (USD 0.2) per hour for a motorcycle and IDR 4000 (USD 0.4) for the first hour with an additional IDR 3000 for each consecutive hour for cars.
• Drop off and pick up using motorcycle taxi or car taxi charged with an initial hour fee (IDR 2000 / 4000).
• There is a canteen in the basement (only open for lunch, working days only). A convenience store is also available, open from 06.00 until 21.30 on working days + Saturday (might close earlier on Saturday). Bring what you need in advance if you’re coming on Sunday.
• There are several hotels available nearby, the closest one is Starlet Hotel and The 101 Hotel which are within walking distance to this location. Since you will take a photo along the parking lot, please always be careful with other vehicle movements. Don’t get too close to the lane.

• Please inform and ask the owner (located on the left side after you entered the homestay) that you will take airplane photos from their homestay rooftop. As requested by the homestay owner, this spot currently is limited to a max. 5 people per day.
• The rule of thumb is the same with any spot that is not a public area (e.g someone’s house/property). Please kindly pay the homestay owner around IDR 25.000 – IDR 40.000 (USD2-USD4) depending on how long you doing plane spotting here. You can pay the house owner after you finish your work.
• This rooftop also serves as a cloth drying area for the homestay inhabitants. Don’t touch or take someone’s clothing here, please (seriously). Please be courteous while doing plane spotting at this location.
• It has a small parking space on the homestay. If it’s full, you can park your car/motorcycle on the parking field just in front of the homestay at relatively cheap prices.
• The owner also has a food depot here with some drinks and foods available at relatively cheap prices. Toilets are also available.
• As a homestay, it has some rooms available for rent (usually billed monthly, ranging from IDR 400K to IDR 2.500K (USD40 to USD 250) per month depending on the location, facility, and size of the room). Some rooms on the 3rd level offer a nice view of Runway 07R arrivals; you can even spot them without leaving your room!

• Unfortunately, the terrace seemed to be only open for staying guests, as the lift requires a guest card to use.
• Some rooms also have runway views too, you may want to ask the hotel for that room in advance..
• The room rate is around IDR 350K as of January 2020.

• The admission fee is IDR 20.000 per person, paid in advance. You can pay it to the staff at the fish shop.
• No parking space for cars and limited parking space for motorcycles. Recommended to park your car in other locations around the area then continue by using taxi/motorcycle taxi.
• A small kiosk and small restaurant are available nearby.
• There is an unknown cable (either telephone or electrical) close to the house which may distract your view when taking Runway 06/24 traffic.

• It’s a cemetery area, please behave and keep respect with another visitor. Many nearby villagers sometimes play around the area in the evening.
• Since it’s an open area, you’re recommended to use shoes and trousers while spotting here as snakes and other creatures might appear.

• Since it’s located on the airside, you need to be as a flying passenger with a valid ticket to spot here
• Glass are tinted, so please take care with the white balance settings
• Terminal 3 is a very long terminal even on one section, it will take a while to walk around there. Even with the travelators available, it is still quite a walk on the terminal. Caddy car service is available but we are not sure if everyone can use the caddy car service.
• So far there is no problem doing planespotting on this terminal and there is no any written prohibition of taking photography (as long as you are outside the security check area which is indeed prohibited to do so) but keep in mind there is always a possibility that security officer can at least asking you about what you are doing and at the worst case, asking you to stop taking photos.

• Terminal 2D: Left-hand side gate (Starting at Gate D1) facing the cross taxiway, so you can spot some planes entering the apron or taxiway. Middle and right-hand side gate facing the runway and Terminal 2E, you can spot airplanes on the runway and taxiway.
• Terminal 2E: Almost the same with Terminal 2D Right Side since it’s located in the middle of the terminal.
• Terminal 2F: Left side facing to the Terminal 2E also with runway and taxiway views in some gates. Right side facing the Terminal 3 Area.

• Since it’s located on the airside, you need to be as a flying passenger with a valid ticket to spot here
• Glass are tinted, so please take care with the white balance settings
• Unlike Terminal 3, Terminal 2 design is spread so you might not be too tired walking around this terminal. The consequence is the spot area is not as long as on Terminal 3.
• The windows are unfortunately not too wide and could be obstructed by an airplane or jetway if there is one parked there.
• So far there is no problem doing planespotting on this terminal and there is no any written prohibition of taking photography (as long as you are outside the security check area which is indeed prohibited to do so) but keep in mind there is always a possibility that security officer can at least asking you about what you are doing and at the worst case, asking you to stop taking photos.
• There is an open-air corridor between gates which actually can become a great place to spot and sometimes some passengers resting there (DO NOT SMOKE THERE), but we are not sure if it’s really allowed to be there especially for too long.