Aermacchi (now Leonardo) MB-339

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30 Apr 2026 · © Unknown

The Italian Air Force Frecce Tricolori display team soars overhead with MB-339s streaming green, white, and red smoke in perfect formation.

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Aircraft

MB-339 AERM

Frecce Tricolori aerobatic team of the Italian Air Force

Airline

Italian Air Force (Aeronautica Militare), Frecce Tricolori

Manufacturer

Aermacchi (now Leonardo)

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Aviation History

The MB-339 is renowned as the display aircraft of the Italian Air Force Frecce Tricolori aerobatic team, a long-standing and internationally famous military demo team.

Fleet Rarity

Less than 100 MB-339s remain in worldwide service, and only one official Frecce Tricolori team.

Record Flights

Regularly flies in tight formation and complex aerobatic routines for public displays and national events.

Safety & Events

The Frecce Tricolori have had notable incidents in their long history; the MB-339 is generally regarded as a safe and reliable trainer/aerobatic aircraft.

Future Outlook

Still active; the Frecce Tricolori are expected to upgrade to the M-345, but continue to fly the MB-339 for now.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Viper 632-43

Engine

9.6 m

Wingspan

10.97 m

Length

1,960 km

Range

770 km/h

Speed

2 (crew)

Capacity

4,900 kg

MTOW

3.7 m

Height

17.8 kN (4,000 lbf)

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