The Air Force embraces the city of Naples on the occasion of 103rd Anniversary of its foundation and the oath and baptism of the “Grifo VI” Course of the Aeronautical Academy. The events will take place in Piazza del Plebiscito and in the area of Via Francesco Caracciolo/Rotonda Diaz, with activities open to the public from March 28 to April 1, 2026.

During these “blue days”, the public will be able to get closer to the AM world through an educational program designed for all ages. An exhibition area will be set up in Piazza del Plebiscito, with several exhibits and information points, including a mock-up of the aircraft MB-339PAN, stations with playful simulators, a promotional stand with Oculus headsets, a space dedicated to the Aeronautica and Meteorologia magazines, a LED wall with video content and a corner prepared in collaboration with the’Air Force Association from Campania, as part of the charitable solidarity project “A Gift from the Heavens”.

The area will be open to the public during the following hours: Saturday, March 28 from 11:00 to 19:00, while from Sunday, March 29 to Wednesday, April 1 from 9:00 to 19:00. The program includes moments of great symbolic and institutional value, such as the raising of the flag, the official ceremony commemorating the 103rd anniversary of the Air Force and the swearing-in and baptism of the “Grifo VI” course at F. Caracciolo Street, near the Diaz Rotunda, while on the 1st of April, at the end of the activities, the solemn ceremony of the flag-raising is scheduled.

The event is intended for those who wish to get to know the Air Force more closely, its history, traditions and achievements. its values, In an accessible and family-friendly setting, suitable for enthusiasts and curious people.

The collected donations will be used to purchase the medical equipment and instruments essential for the pediatric departments of the three facilities.

All donations will be deposited into a dedicated, transparent and traceable account managed by the Arma Aeronautica Association.