Italian Air Force Activates New Helicopter School at Viterbo Airport
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The Italian Air Force has inaugurated a New Helicopter School at Viterbo Air Base, relocating the 72° Stormo from Frosinone on January 15, 2026. The facility aims to centralize rotary-wing training for all armed forces by 2028, utilizing modern training methods and incorporating 30 AW-169 helicopters, with Army flight instructors collaborating with Air Force personnel to enhance joint training standards.

Jan 22, 2026, 6:22 AM