15°Stormo Search And Rescue

The 15 ° Stormo carries out Search and Rescue tasks in the national territory and in the territorial and international waters around Italy and for cooperation and intervention in favor of the civilian population in the event of a disaster. In recent years, also by virtue of the changed world scenario, the 15 ° Stormo is also engaged in international humanitarian missions in parallel with national commitments. Somalia, Albania, Kosovo and Iraq to name the most important. The Department has also acquired the capabilities of Rescue and support for military personnel in hostile territory (Combat SAR) and to support the security of sensitive areas and targets during large public events in the national territory such as the interception of aircraft at low performance (Slow Movers Interception). Endowment HH-139A, HH-139B, HH.212, HH.101A, TH-500B