Saudi Gazette report

RIYADH — The Italian Pioneer Team formation flight making a debut in the 5th Saudi Aviation forum at Al-Thumamah airport.

Pioneer Team born on 2005 by the passion of four aircraft owners and in its 15 years the team has performed in 23 countries including European nations, Japan, Korea, Emirates, Libya and China.

The team flies with 4 aircraft Pioneer 300 made by the Italian Company Alpi Aviation. Excellent performances, maneuverability and safety are the best features to perform their air display.

The crew includes 5 pilots and 2 technicians.

Corrado Rusalen is the No. 1 leader of the Pioneer Team formation and also the founder of Alpi Aviation company that manufactures Pioneer aircraft, helicopters and UAV.

Silvia Rappo, the only woman flying in this airshow, is the No. 2 left wing and the team manager. She works for Alpi Aviation Company as sales manager and her dream is to sell some aircraft in Saudi Aeroclub to share passion and experience motivating Saudi women to become pilots.

Sandro Nicosanti is the No. 3 right wing and he is alternating the role with Marco Savini.

Alberto Biagetti No 4 slot, former military pilot and safety manager of the team.

Alpi Aviation is honored that Pioneer Team is flying over the sky of Saudi Arabia! These professionals are fantastic pilots and are capable of best representing the key characteristics of our products, said Massimo Tammaro, CEO Alpi Aviation.