German paratroopers train with the Folgore: compatibility between the EPC-C parachute and the A400M aircraft tested

At the Parachute Training Centre of Folgore Parachute Brigadea significant cooperation activity with a delegation from the 31st Parachute Regiment of the 1st Parachute Brigade of the German Armed Forces Rapid Reaction Division. L’incontro ha avuto come obiettivo la verifica della compatibilità tra il EPC-C parachute, supplied to the 'Folgore', and theaeromobile A400M dell’Aeronautica tedesca.

L’attività si colloca nell’ambito dei programmi di interoperabilità tra le aviotruppe dei paesi alleati, con particolare riferimento all’Airborne Community, comunità di cui la Folgore fa parte da diversi anni. Grazie a scambi di esperienze addestrative e logistiche, sia in ambito NATO which EATC (European Air Transportation Command)the air forces of the different countries are constantly improving their ability to work in synergy.

During the meeting, the technical verification of the compatibility of the EPC-C parachute with the A400M was successfully performed, laying the foundations for the future certification that will allow Italian paratroopers to be airdropped by German aircraft. This step represents an important advance in achieving high levels of interoperability, allowing more effective and coordinated operations between the parachute forces of the allied armies.

Through cooperation with allied countries, the Folgore intends to strengthen the capability to conduct joint operations, integrating resources, means and equipment to achieve greater operational efficiency. The result is the fruit of years of joint exchanges and training, aimed at improving the interaction between military forces, thus contributing to international security and stability.

In conclusione, la verifica della compatibilità tra il paracadute EPC-C e l’A400M è un segnale tangibile dell’impegno della Folgore nel mantenere un alto livello di prontezza operativa e di collaborazione con le forze alleate, confermando il suo ruolo di rilievo all’interno della Airborne Community.

Source: https://www.esercito.difesa.it/comunicazione/Pagine/valid_parac_epc.aspx