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In 1939, Aviano Airport was designated the headquarters for the prestigious Royal Bombardment School, transforming it into a premier training center for Italian bomber crews.
The most iconic aircraft of this period was the Savoia-Marchetti S.79 "Sparviero," which, though originally a bomber, became legendary as a torpedo bomber used in famous long-range missions against targets like Gibraltar. An original torpedo from this era is highlighted as a key historical artifact.
The school utilized a varied fleet for comprehensive training, which also included other notable aircraft such as the CANT Z.1007 "Alcione," the Caproni Ca.310 "Libeccio," and the Savoia-Marchetti SM.81 "Pipistrello."
| Date Taken: | 03.31.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 04.03.2026 11:58 |
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| Audio ID: | 91111 |
| Filename: | 2604/DOD_111610300.mp3 |
| Length: | 00:00:52 |
| Location: | IT |
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