Italy's Government Aviation
I wrote the below article for the August 2009 issue of Air Forces Monthly. As the Italian Civil Protection often makes the news as happened during the relief effort after…
Unusual formation
On Feb. 2, the following formation was seen overflying Pratica di Mare airbase. Even if the aircraft involved can fly at the same speed without particular problems, it is quite…
Decimomannu: winter activity and interesting visitors
Last week, Giovanni Maduli went to Decimomannu to report about the training activities performed by the aircraft deployed in Sardinia. Interestingly, he not only took some pictures of the temporary…
Gate XXI at Rome Urbe airport
Last week, along with Giovanni Maduli, I attended the Gate XXI trade fair and exhibition, held at Rome Urbe airport. Gate XXI is the first International exhibition organized in Italy…
Is B747-8 hackable?
According to the Special Conditions issued by the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) on Jan. 15, prior to certification of the new technologies in B747-8, the Agency has requested Boeing to…
Cavour aircraft carrier joins Haiti relief effort
At the time of writing, the Italian aircraft carrier Cavour, is currently cruising towards Haiti in order to assist the rescue efforts in Haiti. The ship of the Marina Militare…
