Command change to the 46th Air Brigade

On Friday, September 2, 2022, the handover ceremony of command of the 46th Air Brigade took place between the Air Division General Alessandro De Lorenzo, outgoing commander, and Colonel Giuseppe Addesa, successor. The event, presided over by the Commander of the Forces for Mobility and Support, Air Division General Enrico Degni, took place in front of the War Flag of the Department and in the presence of the civil and military authorities of the Pisa area.

General De Lorenzo, who leaves the 46th Air Brigade after two years of command and will see him take up the position of Commander of the Experimental Air and Space Division and of the Airport of Pratica di Mare, wanted to thank, in his farewell speech, the civil and military authorities for their constant and active collaboration during a two-year period characterized by historical events that have had and continue to have effects on a global scale. Turning to the staff of the Department: “Here another chapter of my aviation life closes, without a shadow of doubt the most challenging one, but at the same time the most rewarding professionally and personally. The great spirit of teamwork and the passion, dedication, professionalism, and humanity with which you approach all aspects of your work are exceptional, and seeing the exceptional become routine It is something that makes a commander proud and proud.“.

Col. Addesa, in his first speech as Commander of the 46th Air Brigade, thanked for the trust granted to him, emphasizing the importance of the “human factor” with particular attention to interpersonal relationships.: “in a world with unstoppable technological progress, it is good to remember that the human being and the spirit of teamwork They are the key elements for achieving the most significant goals.”

Gen. Degni, in highlighting the numerous and important milestones achieved by the 46th in the last two years, addressed the personnel of the Brigade: “To the personnel of the 46th Brigade:Lessandro, in these two years, in an exceptional historical period characterized first by the pandemic and then by the international crisis, you have shown exemplary leadership in fulfilling your role as Commander. In an unfavorable context, which made achieving the objectives more difficult, you have highlighted your leadership qualities and your ability to adapt to ensure the continuous operation and functionality of the Department. Certainly, brilliant results have been achieved, but I would like to add to these the more silent and constant liaison activities in favor of the operational theaters and the national territory, which are fundamental to ensure the logistical support necessary for the military instrument and the training activities necessary to maintain the many capabilities of the Brigade. The incoming Commander was wished a serene and fruitful work: “AColonel Addesa, I wish you every success. I am certain that with your qualities and abilities you will be able to give further impetus to the Brigade. I assure you, on my behalf and on behalf of all the personnel of my command, my utmost availability and support to allow you to work serenely, in a period that promises to be challenging. Good work from the heart!”.