New Helicopters for the Moroccan Military
The Royal Armed Forces (FAR have just received a second delivery of American AH-64E Apache Guardian helicopters. The Moroccan fleet now counts 12 of these cutting-edge aircraft, out of the 24 ordered from Boeing.
Just 48 hours after an initial delivery, Morocco continues to strengthen its military capabilities. These new shipments are part of a major contract concluded in June 2020 with American aerospace manufacturer Boeing. This agreement, facilitated by the Foreign Military Sales program (FMS of the U.S. government, provides for the delivery of a total of 24 helicopters by mid-2026.
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To accommodate these new squadrons of cutting-edge aircraft, significant renovation work has been carried out at the Khouribga military base over recent months.
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The AH-64E Guardian represents the most advanced version of this renowned attack helicopter. Designed for multi-mission roles, it provides Moroccan forces with considerable strategic advantage through state-of-the-art weaponry and equipment:
• Firepower: The aircraft is armed with laser-guided Hellfire missiles, formidable for tank destruction, and a 30mm automatic cannon capable of firing 600 rounds per minute.
• Onboard technology: It integrates advanced radars as well as ultramodern communication and navigation systems.
• All-weather precision: The helicopter is equipped with a modernized target acquisition and tracking system, operational day and night regardless of weather conditions.
