Italian air force praises M-345 on anniversary of service entry

Lieutenant Colonel Simone Perrici, representing the Italian Air Force, highlighted positive feedback regarding the M-345 basic jet trainer at the Farnborough air show. The Italian air force has praised the aircraft’s low fuel consumption, which directly reduces training costs. Details were disclosed by the Italian air force and Leonardo concerning their early experiences with the M-345 since its service entry date. This assessment occurred as the M-345 marked an anniversary of its operational deployment. Initial reports indicate a favorable evaluation of the aircraft's performance within the Italian military context.