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The U.S. prepares to begin the delivery of 24 new AH-64E Apache attack helicopters to the Royal Moroccan Air Force

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Although no further details have been provided, this initial batch of aircraft supplied by Boeing is expected to consist of three units to be delivered to the country’s air force.At the end of June 2020, the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces confirmed the signing of a contract for the acquisition of a total of 24 new AH-64E Apache helicopters from the United States. This version of the aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and designated “Guardian,” is the most modern, having been introduced into the Aviation Regiments of the U.S. Army and allied forces either as newly built units or through upgrade programs for previous variants. Later, in November 2023, the company officially announced the start of production of the first units Additionally, it should be noted that the new AH-64Es to be incorporated by Morocco come with their respective weapons package. As outlined in the U.S. Department of State’s authorization issued in 2019, the attack helicopters are to be equipped with Hellfire missiles in their AGM-114R and AGM-114L versions, along with AIM-92H Stinger air-to-air missiles for self-protection and engaging aerial targets. for the Moroccan Armed Forces.

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