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Just to put things into context, it is worth remembering that, for example, as of today, Russia has no military units in the Mediterranean.
Due to the eruption of Mount Etna, the airspace south of the volcano is closed until at least 11:00 CEST. The closure affects Catania Airport, as well as MARISTAELI Catania, the Italian Navy’s helicopter base, and Sigonella. (map via Desk Aeronautico)
In recent days, a wildfire broke out in the Peloponnese, between Argos and Corinth. Four Hellenic Air Force CL-215s, two CL-415s and several helicopters operated by private companies were deployed and managed to contain and extinguish the fire before it could spread further.
SAR mission in progress south of Lampedusa for this Italian Air Force ATR P-72A (reg. MM62280). It is interesting to note that during this type of maritime rescue mission, the aircraft also transmits an MMSI identification number (in this case 111247108).
Strengthening NATO's Baltic Air Defence: alongside the Typhoons, Turkish F-16s are now operational in Estonia. 👉 Details: www.itamilradar.com/2026/08/07/t...
A Russian Beriev Be-200 is currently orbiting over Russian-occupied eastern Ukraine, in the Luhansk region near the Russian border. This aircraft is normally used for aerial firefighting missions, but the flight profile observed tonight does not appear to match that role.
The tanker TOA PAYOH, inspected by the Italian Navy earlier this week, has changed its declared destination. It was previously bound for Çanakkale, but is now indicating Port Said instead. It is not uncommon for vessels operating on behalf of Russia to declare false destinations.
Patrol mission in progress carried out by this Italian Coast Guard ATR 42MP departed from Pescara
Round trip to Jordan for this USAF KC-46A (reg. 19-46093, c/s RCH161), which departed from and later returned to Aviano AB.
USAF Boeing TC-135W (reg. 62-4129- c/s COBRA29) in flight from RAF Waddington to Souda Bay AB
Two flights of interest today: the Ukrainian A319 and Israeli B767 are both en route to the United States. On board are Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who are scheduled to hold separate meetings with President Trump.
One of the two Canadair CL-415 aircraft deployed by Italy to Spain to help combat the ongoing wildfires is currently operating west of Madrid. 🇮🇹🤝🇪🇸
An Italian Police UH-139E, temporarily deployed today to Turin Airport, operated over the Susa Valley, providing aerial support over the Turin–Lyon high-speed railway construction site, where rioters have attacked police officers and set several police vehicles on fire during ongoing clashes.
Critical wildfire situation in Piedmont, where six Canadair firefighting aircraft, supported by several helicopters, have been battling multiple mountain wildfires for days. The rugged terrain is making firefighting operations particularly challenging.
Greek air activity south of the Peloponnese: a Hellenic Air Force Embraer EMB-145H AEW&C aircraft, which departed from Elefsis Air Base, is conducting a surveillance mission in support of Operation IRINI, while an M-346A that took off from Kalamata Air Base is carrying out a training sortie.
Air assets of the French Air Force, Navy and Army are operating over the Paris area to take part in, or provide security for, the military parade along the Champs-Élysées marking France's National Day.
The French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle (R91) transited the Strait of Messina today, heading north on her return voyage to Toulon.
The NATO Summit in Ankara has concluded, and the first official delegations are now departing Türkiye.
Italian Army AB-412 (reg. MM81357) flying near its home base at Lamezia Terme International Airport, Calabria.
Today, June 18, at “G. Moscardini” Air Base in Frosinone, the Italian Air Force officially established the 66th Wing. The new unit will serve as the dedicated flight training school for remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) operators.
Italian Air Force Aermacchi MB-339CD (reg. MM55089, MM55062) left Kalamata AB for Galatina AB
USAF Boeing E-4B (reg. 75-0125 - c/s VICK99) in flight from Offutt AFB to Aviano AB
Mexican Air Force Embraer ERJ-145RS (reg. 4112) observed orbiting over Mexico City during the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. ⚽️
The Italian aircraft carrier ITS Cavour transited the Strait of Messina on Sunday, heading towards Palermo, where she will take part in the Italian Navy Day celebrations tomorrow. (📷 Saverio Latella)
The summit of the European Union’s foreign ministers in Limassol, Cyprus, appears to have come to an end.