Five officers of the Italian Air Force received their military pilot's license today at the base of the 61st flock in Lecce. At the end of a demanding and selective training course, the undersecretary of state for defense, Domenico Rossi, pinned the turreted eagle on the pilots' uniform.
Among the young officers there was also a Kuwait Air Force pilot who attended the course in Lecce, as part of the training exchange program between Italy and other nations. Currently there are nine flags of the countries that have students and instructors at the Salento base and many foreign air forces interested in the teaching methods of the Italian Air Force.
Undersecretary Rossi in his speech thanked the local authorities present at the ceremony, who with their participation confirm the strong bond of this land with the military units of the Defense.
Then, addressing the young drivers, "Today you have reached an important milestone in your career. You have so much other road ahead of you. Face the difficulties knowing that the whole country supports you"said Undersecretary Rossi,"Be proud of the uniform you wear, it represents those ethical and moral values that are reference points for our society".
During an operational briefing, Undersecretary Rossi was updated on the main activities and operational capabilities of the 61esimo flock, a point of excellence in the field of training and updating of military pilots thanks to an integrated training system that uses technology cutting edge.
Military aviation increasingly in step with the times, which has made the binomial human resource - technology, the strength element of its daily commitment to serving the country and the international community.
"The Blue Weapon is a fundamental component within a truly joint national defense instrument"concluded Undersecretary Rossi,"a harmonious, balanced system where traditions and values are a reinforcing element supporting a common identity".
