71a Squadriglia
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71a Squadriglia of the Corpo Aeronautico Militare was one of the original fighter squadrons of the Italian military. Founded on 30 January 1916 to fight in World War I, the squadron served until war's end. It flew almost 3,000 combat sorties in defense of Italy at a cost of six pilots killed, scored 17 victories, and produced two aces from its ranks.
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71a Squadriglia | |
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Active | Founded 30 January 1916 |
Country | Kingdom of Italy |
Allegiance | Italy |
Branch | Corpo Aeronautico Militare |
Type | Fighter squadron |
Engagements | World War I Battle of Caporetto |
Aircraft flown | |
Fighter | Nieuport 10 Nieuport 11 Spad VII Nieuport 17 Hanriot HD.1 |
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