An M-346 of the Italian Air Force captured mid-flight during a left turn, proudly displaying its Italian designation “T-346A” and the distinctive markings of the 61st Wing. (Image Credit: Italian Air Force) On July 15, 2024, the M-346 advanced jet trainer...
An Italian Air Force M-346 trainer prepares for a mission. (Photo: Stefano D’Urso) The two companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding at Paris Air Show 2023 to pursue opportunities on the European Advanced Trainer market and study solutions for future military...
T-346B with IFTS markings takes off for a training mission. (All images: The Aviationist/Stefano D’Urso, unless otherwise stated) We have recently talked to the Chiefs of Staff of the ITAF, RAF, JASDF and RCAF and here’s why the Italian training system,...