Italian Air Force ranks
The rank insignia of the Italian Air Force are worn on jackets and mantels sleeves.
Notes:
1The rank of "generale" (general) is assigned to the only air force officer promoted as marshal of the defense staff.
2The rank of "generale di squadra aerea con incarichi speciali" (air squadron general with special assignments) is assigned to the air force officer promoted as marshal of the air force staff and/or as secretary of defense.
Notes:
1The function of "luogotenente" (lieutenant) is not a rank but a position attributed only to NCO's with the rank of "primo maresciallo" (first marshal) with at least 15 years of permanence in it.
2No rank insignia, airmen just wears category or specialty badge.
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