Italian Typhoons, Harriers fly first missions over Libya

Previously operating only as part of the air defence network, Italian Typhoons and Harriers have begun flying combat air patrol missions over Libya in support of NATO's Operation Unified Protector. The Typhoons and Harriers are based at Trapani and the carrier Garibaldi respectively.

Italian navy deploys first AW101s to Afghanistan

The Italian navy's first combat deployment with the type, Task Group Shark's three AgustaWestland AW101 amphibious and special forces support helicopters have arrived in Afghanistan in October and are now operational. The Task Group deployed to Herat air base by US Air Force Boeing C-17 strategic along with 67 personnel.

Italian Navy deploys AW101 to Afghanistan

Italy has announced that three Italian Navy AW-101 helicopters wii arrive in Afghanistan in mid-October to start a 12 month tour. The helicopters are being flown to Afghanistan by a U.S. Air Force C-17, and will be based with Italian forces in Herat.