Regia Aeronautica
| Regia Aeronautica | |
|---|---|
Aircraft insignia of the Regia Aeronautica | |
| Active | 1923–1946 |
| Country | Kingdom of Italy |
| Type | Air force |
| Commanders | |
| Commander | Chief of Staff of the Air Force |
| Notable commanders | During World War II: |
| Insignia | |
| Roundels | |
| Flag | |
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The Royal Italian Air Force (Regia Aeronautica Italiana) (RAI) was the air force of the Kingdom of Italy. It was established as a service independent of the Royal Italian Army from 1923 until 1946. In 1946, the monarchy was abolished and the Kingdom of Italy became the Italian Republic, whereupon the name of the air force changed to Aeronautica Militare.