Italian Air Force Reparto Sperimentale Volo C-27J Spartan II Display

The Reparto Sperimentale Volo (Experimental Flight Unit) is responsible for the evaluation and testing of Italian Air Force aircraft. The 311th Flight Squadron of the RSV therefore flies a mixed fleet, including the Alenia-built C-27J Spartan, and takes part in only a few airshows per year giving a solo display flown by experienced test pilots.

The C-27J Spartan solo display follows in the footsteps of the past G.222 display performed by the RSV. The transport is put through a dynamic routine, even including a barrel roll. Like its predecessor, the display includes a steep "Sarajevo approach" and short landing and take-off. The C-27J has more power than its predecessor thanks to its turboprop engines.