The 2022 edition of the Italian defence yearbook, Coccarde Tricolori. It is the only illustrated aeronautical yearbook dedicated to Italian military and government aviation. Each edition contains colour photos, articles and topical interviews on the air forces of: Air Force, Army, Navy, Carabinieri, Guardia di Finanza, Police, Fire Brigade, Forestry Corps, Civil Protection and Coast Guard. In addition, there is a 'Panorama' section dedicated to the main aeronautical events of the previous year, as well as a Fact Sheet section that lists and describes all the aircraft, departments and organizations of the Italian air forces, complete with data on budgets, personnel and flight hours, and an English summary. Coccarde Tricolori is an indispensable publication for professionals operating in this sector, as well as military history enthusiasts. Topics covered within this edition include: the Russia-Ukraine war and the Italian role; 20 years of missions in Afghanistan; an exclusive interview with General Frigerio, Commander of the Italian AF Schools Command; the 16° Stormo Protezione delle Forze, a department of the Air Force which deals with the land defense of military aeronautical infrastructures and military airports; the NATO AGS Force at Sigonella; the Brigata corazzata 'Pinerolo; the 2° Rgt. Genio Pontieri, a military engineer regiment of the Italian Army; the 'Andrea Doria' destroyers class; the Gruppo Operativo Subacquei of COMSUBIN; the 2nd Mobile Carabinieri Brigade; the situation of the police Divisione Aerea, and much, much more! Coccarde Tricolori provides a complete, illustrated almanac on the world of Italian defense and related indistries.

The XIX edition of our Italian defence yearbook Coccarde Tricolori is now available. Coccarde Tricolori 2021 includes: -A Review of the most important facts, photos and news of the year 2020 in the air, sea, and land fields. -22 in-depth illustrated articles on topic subjects. -Fact sheets on the Italian MoD and on all the Armed Forces and State Corps, with organizations, order of battle, data on personnel and balance.-An English Summary Among the subjects of this edition: exclusive interview to the Italian Air Force Chief of Staff, and reports on the 1^ Brigata Aerea Operazioni Speciali, the development of the Typhoon program, the "Pozzuolo del Friuli" Cavalry Brigade, the program "Soldato Sicuro", the Italian Navy amphibious hub, The F-35 Sea Trials of the Cavour carrier, The Navy AV-8B Plus squadron, the Carabinieri Cacciatori in Sardinia, the new P-72B of the Guardia di Finanza, and much, much more!

This second title of our a new series dedicated to the most important aircraft operated by the Israel Air Force illustrates a fighter that flew in Israel from 1980 until 2016, taking part to some of the most famous action carried out by the Chel Ha’Avir. The book, which collect also unpublished photos, and information, is divided into several chapters, dedicated to the introduction in service of the aircraft, its use in peace and wartime operations with all the first line squadrons, memories of the pilots, and its participation to several real operations and international exercises. Besides 23 colour profiles, the book offers more than 500 photos, many of great interest, rare and unpublished, coming from private archives, that show all the aircraft operated. The book has been prepared by Amos Dor, a well known Israeli author, and comes after years of researches.

A complete guide to the Italian Armed Forces and State Corps flight equipment, from 1946 up today. An unpublished and in-depth work that deals for the first time with an often disregarded subject, and that will be for of interest to all enthusiasts and collectors. This book provides a very in-depth overview on the flying equipment used by the Italian air arms and State corps from the post-WWII era up to the present day. Most of the information included is published for the first time, and concern flight helmets, oxygen masks, flying suits, anti-g pants, parachutes, life jackets, boots, gloves, glasses, watches, and more. More than 700 images form the iconographic part, offering a complete coverage on this subject, which so often has been disregarded. Many photos show not only objects and equipment, but also their details, such as labels, logos, zips, buttons, etc. providing an excellent reference for all the collectors. The book has been realized by Claudio Canton, a well known collector and expert.

Now available the XVIII edition of our Italian defence yearbook “Coccarde Tricolori”. Among the subjects covered in this edition: an exclusive interview to the Italian Navy CINCNAV, and reports on new Italian procurement programs, on the Italian Air Force training on the F-35 at Luke AFB, a flight report on the on T-346 LIFT trainer or the ItAF, an article on the Parachutist Brigade "Folgore", on the Anti-Aircraft Artillery Command of the Italian Army, on the new PPA ship of the Navy, on the Italian-Spanish landing force, on the new helicpters for the Carabinieri and Guardia di Finanza, and much, much more!

This title is the first in a new series dedicated to the most important aircraft operated by the Israel Air Force. The series starts with an iconic aircraft which is also a myth in the aviation world: The F-15 eagle. The book, which collects unpublished photos and information, is divided into several chapters dedicated to the debut of the aircraft, its use in both peacetime and during wartime operations with the first line squadrons, as well as its participation in several international air exercises. In addition to several colour profiles, the book offers more than 500 photos – many of great interest, rare and unpublished, coming from private archives – that show all the aircrafts operated, serial number by serial number. The book has been prepared by Amos Dor, a well-known Israeli author, and is the result of years of research.

The book, which collects unpublished photos, information, and first-hand tales, is divided into several chapters dedicated to the detailed description of the complex programme (including the new Fighter Attack version), the operational service in Italy and a large photoalbum, as well as chapters dedicated to the international air forces (Singapore, Israel and Poland), and to a flight assessment of the aircraft. The book also includes a modelling section, with information and various colour profiles, plus a four view, and photographic details of the real aircraft. In the appendix there is list of all the M-346 produced. A must for all the enthusiasts of the modern jets, and of the Italian trainers family!

Among the subjects of this edition: exclusive interview to the Italian Army Chief of Staff, reports on new Italian Joint Cyber Command as well as the Italian Air Force Tornado fleet update, including an in-flight report; reports on the Italian Army Academy, the 4th Rgt. Rangers, the Italian Navy 1st Division, the new LHD ship, and the Italian Police anti-terrorism unit, and much, much more!

Now available the XVI edition of our Italian defence yearbook “Coccarde Tricolori”. “Coccarde Tricolori 2016” includes:• Review of the most important facts, photos and news of the year 2017 in the air, sea, and land fields.• 29 illustrated in-depth articles on topical subjects. • Fact sheets on the Italian MoD and on all the Armed Forces and State Corps, including organizations, order of battle, data on personnel and balance.• Fact sheets on all the air, sea and land machines and equipment used by the Italian Armed Forces.• An English Summary Among the subjects of this edition: exclusive reports on the first Italian Air Force F-35 unit, the Brigata Alpina “Taurinense” (Italian mountain troops), the EU sea operation “Atalanta”, the Eurofighter Typhoon in Swing-role operations, the Italian military satellite systems and programs, the new Leonardo P-72 Maritime Patrol Aircraft, two Army and Navy main depot and maintenance centres, the Italian Army sniper courses, and much, much more!

This latest title of the “Coccarde Tricolori Speciale” series is dedicated to a modern fighter, which flew in the Italian colours for only nine years, but with a remarkable service record. The book, which collect also unpublished photos, and information, is divided into several chapters, dedicated to the detailed description of the programme, to the operational service in Italy, to a large photoalbum (including air-to-airs, all the colour schemes, marking variations, special colours, phases of the operational activity, war photos, all pictured with dramatic shots) a modelling section, with information and various colour profiles, plus a four view, and photographic details of the real aircraft. In the appendix, the list of all the Italian F-16. A must for all the enthusiasts of the fabulous Fighting Falcon, and of the history of the Italian Air Force!

Now available the XV edition of our Italian defence yearbook “Coccarde Tricolori”. Coccarde Tricolori 2017” is formed by 320 pages, all in colour, which include:• Review of the most important facts, photos and news of the year 2016 in the air, sea, and land fields• 23 in-depth illustrated articles on topic subjects• Fact sheets on the Italian MoD and on all the Armed Forces and State Corps, with organizations, order of battle, data on personnel and balance• Fact sheets on all the air, sea and land machines and equipment, in service with the Italian Armed Forces• An English Summary

This new revised edition includes: exclusive interviews with the Italian Navy Chief of Staff, the first Italian F-35 pilot, and the Commander of the Italian Army Special Forces Command. In addition, various articles focus on the new Centauro II armoured car, and the first participation of the Italian Typhoon fighters to exercise Red Flag, in the USA, to the Italian Army Parachutists School, and many, many more!

With its XIII edition, our yearbookmagazine “Coccarde Tricolori” confirms its new format, introduced in 2014. Since last year, it deals not only with the aviation sector of the Italian Armed Forces and State Corps, but adds also the land and naval sectors, to become a complete publication on all the Italian Defence and Security forces, and its industry. An extraordinary work, a unique tool which allows all the enthusiasts, but also all the professional operators, to be informed and updated about all world of the Italian Defence sector, with a single publication.

This book is dedicated to the command and observation tanks of the German Army in World War Two. It deals with their history, operational use, organisation, special markings, technical description, serial numbers (when available), and data on the radio equipment. The book is completed by some 105 colour profiles, produced by Jean Restayn, and by about 65 black and white historic photographs. A must for any enthusiast of the German military and of the Second World War, and a unique reference for all the serious modellers.

With its XII edition, our yearbook-magazine “Coccarde Tricolori” grows up and improves. Since this edition, it deals not only with the aviation sector of the Italian Armed Forces and State Corps, but adds also the land and naval sectors, to become a complete publication on all the Italian Defence and Security forces, and its industry.The new “Coccarde Tricolori” is formed by 320 colour pages, which include:The air, land and sea forces 2013 overviews, with all the main facts, news and photos of the past year. 26 illustrated in-depth features on topics subjects. The data sheets of the Ministry of Defence, and of all the Armed Forces and State Corps, with updated and detailed data on organisations, balance, personnel, flight hours, etc.