The preselective procedure consists of a series of very demanding tests, both physically and psychologically. The soldiers, all coming from the various departments of the armed force, after having passed rigorous medical examinations and psycho-attitudinal tests, have faced tests of ascent to the rope, abseiling, swimming, diving from the trampoline, transport to the firemen, pull-ups and bending to the parallel bars, running at speed and endurance, as well as three 20 Kg ballasted runs with backpack, respectively for 10, 15 and 20 Km.
The military 12 who have passed the first phase, will soon be engaged in an equally selective process, lasting about 14 months, consisting of the course BIAM (Basic Course for Air Force Air Force Raiders), conducted at the 17 ° flock , by the Furbara raiding instructors. Great motivation and spirit of sacrifice will have to distinguish the new raiders precisely because of the peculiarity and the delicacy of the functions performed by the personnel of the special forces.
Every year the Directorate for the Employment of Air Force Military Personnel issues a call for recruitment of incursor personnel; The search, which takes place between the ranks of military personnel already in service, is addressed to staff aged not more than 32 years, of the following roles: officers, normal or special role in SPE, marshals, any category / specialty, Sergeants, any category / specialty, permanent service troop, with any category / specialty, as well as VFP4 upon completion of at least the first year of service.
Source: 17 ° Stormo Incursori - Furbara (RM) - cap. Cristina Ferdinandi