Aug 31, 2024 · The Italian Navy has declared the achievement of the Initial Operational Capability (IOC) of the 5th generation fighter national joint expeditionary sea-based capability based on the F-35B STOVL aircraft component embarked on the Cavour aircraft carrier.

Sep 21, 2022 · ROME — The Italian Air Force and Navy have finally figured out how to manage their small fleets of F-35Bs, and it goes something like “Joint training and operations, but separate bases.”

Jul 19, 2024 · The Italian Navy is currently replacing its AV-8B+ Harriers with 15 F-35Bs, joining forces when needed with 15 other F-35Bs being delivered to the Italian Air Force.

The country that first dreamt of human flight is leading the world again. The F-35 Lightning II soars on the wings of Italian craftsmanship and boosts the Italian economy with thousands of high-technology, high-skill jobs that are building the global F-35 fleet.

Jul 18, 2024 · The Italian Navy has announced a significant upgrade to its Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) fleet, equipping the advanced aircraft with two new stand-off missile types.

Feb 15, 2021 · Following its Atlantic crossing, the aircraft carrier Cavour, the flagship of the Italian Navy, will conduct its first trials with the F-35B Lightning II stealth fighter. Italy will become the third nation to begin flying the fifth-generation aircraft from an aircraft carrier.

Mar 30, 2023 · The Italian Air Force FOC (Final Operational Capability) is planned for December 2023, while the sea-based IOC for the Italian Navy F-35Bs is expected in December 2024.

Sep 23, 2024 · The Italian Navy plans to acquire five more F-35s to replace the AV-8B+. This also includes adapting the “Trieste” ship and upgrading infrastructure at the Grottaglie site. The Navy will integrate 15 F-35A and 10 F-35B aircraft at a total cost of €1.866 billion, along with site adaptations costing €110 million.

Sep 22, 2024 · This innovative dual-platform strategy sets the Italian Navy apart from other F-35B operators and demonstrates a thoughtful, pragmatic approach to the challenges of transitioning to a new aircraft type while maintaining current operational capabilities.

Jul 31, 2021 · The Italian navy (Marina Militare) has received today the first F-35B fighter being deployed on board the Cavour aircraft carrier, which this year received the certification to operate with fifth generation aircraft in the US.