Morocco receives its first AH-64E Apache helicopters
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Morocco is set to receive its first six AH-64E Apache helicopters—the most advanced variant of the American combat helicopter—on Monday evening at the Tanger Med port. The information was shared on X by the specialized forum Far Maroc.
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The first six Apache helicopters are expected to arrive this evening at the Tanger Med port. pic.twitter.com/6mYepWZUkJ
— Moroccan Military Forum (@FAR_MAROC) February 24, 2025
This delivery marks the start of a larger acquisition program, as Morocco has ordered a total of 24 AH-64E Apaches through the U.S. government's Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program.
The AH-64E Apache features an open systems architecture, allowing for the integration of the latest advancements in communication, navigation, detection, and weaponry. Its advanced target designation system enables operations in both day and night, under all weather conditions, thanks to its night vision navigation capabilities.
Equipped with an optimized fire control radar, the Apache can identify and classify both ground and aerial targets while enhancing effectiveness in maritime environments. Versatile, highly durable, and formidable in combat, this multirole helicopter remains one of the most feared in its category.
With over 1,280 units in service and a cumulative flight time exceeding five million hours—including 1.3 million in combat—the AH-64E Apache continues to be the backbone of the U.S. Army's attack helicopter fleet and an increasingly vital asset for defense forces worldwide.
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