| 77a Squadriglia | |
|---|---|
| Active | Founded 31 May 1916 |
| Country | Kingdom of Italy |
| Branch | Corpo Aeronautico Militare |
| Type | Fighter squadron |
| Engagements | World War I |
| Aircraft flown | |
| Fighter | Nieuport 10 Nieuport 17 Spad VII |
77a Squadriglia was one of the first Italian fighter squadrons. After its founding on 31 May 1916, it began flying combat in July 1916, and would operate until the end of World War I. It was one of the squadrons drawn into late 1917's Battle of Caporetto, and forced to retreat after the Italian defeat. By the time the Austro-Hungarians sued for peace, 77a Squadriglia could count some 50 aerial victories scored in about 250 victories.