This volume meticulously details the development, strength, deployment, and operations of the Regia Aeronautica from 1939 through the end of 1942. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the Italian Royal Air Force's preparation for war, including its personnel and infrastructure, through 1939-1940. From June 1940 onwards, the book presents quarterly data on the operational readiness of aircraft, distinguishing between those available in squadrons and those undergoing repair, extending this data through December 1942. Furthermore, it offers weekly details on the readiness and deployment of individual squadrons for specific months, culminating in a thorough statistical examination of the Regia Aeronautica's operational activities, categorized by Air Squadrons Command from June 1940 to December 1942, and includes lists detailing operational activities against specific targets.

This work is presented as a unique collection of documents, previously unpublished, offering a clear and detailed account of Italian air operations during crucial war years. The detailed statistical and operational data aims to provide an unprecedented level of insight for historians and enthusiasts of military aviation. The structure of the series promises a thorough examination of the Regia Aeronautica's capabilities and actions.