A training Alpha Jet of the Royal Moroccan Air Force crashed this Monday near the Fès-Saïss airport, resulting in the death of its two pilots. The accident occurred during the landing phase of a training mission.
As part of the strengthening and modernization of its army, Morocco has acquired in recent years from the United States and Israel several state-of-the-art equipment, including Apache helicopters, drones and missile defense systems.
As part of the "Marathon 25" maneuvers, the Moroccan Air Force and its French counterpart conducted a joint air exercise, involving Moroccan F-16 fighters, Rafale fighters, and a French A330 aircraft.
Morocco could soon receive its F-35 fighters and become the first Arab and African nation to acquire these American stealth aircraft.
While waiting for the delivery of American MQ-9 Reaper drones, Morocco will benefit from in-depth logistical support for the P5 Air Combat Training System (P5CTS), as part of the American Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program.
A delegation from the Brazilian aeronautical company Embraer is currently in Morocco. The main objective of this visit is to accelerate negotiations regarding the potential sale of KC-390 Millennium military transport aircraft to the Royal Moroccan Air Force.
A delegation from the Brazilian company Embraer reportedly visited Morocco to accelerate negotiations for the sale of KC-390 Millennium military transport aircraft to the Royal Air Force.
Morocco has announced the creation of a manufacturing and assembly plant for parts of the F-16 Fighting Falcon, one of the most important fighter jets in its fleet. The project is part of the military cooperation between Rabat and Washington.
Morocco is continuing to strengthen the operational capabilities of the Royal Moroccan Air Force (FRA). In this regard, the kingdom has acquired new AH-64E Apache helicopters, the pinnacle of American military technology.
American manufacturer Lockheed Martin has announced the supply of F-16 fighter jets to Morocco, as well as Patriots and other long-range air defense systems.
Morocco is considering acquiring the Akash-NG air defense system, developed by India. This surface-to-air missile provides an effective solution against modern air threats such as drones and cruise missiles.
Indications suggest that Morocco is preparing to acquire launchers for the Patriot system in order to strengthen the defensive capabilities of the Royal Moroccan Air Force (FRA).