Morocco Receives First Batch of Advanced Akinci Combat Drones from Turkey
Morocco has received its first batch of Akinci combat drones from Turkish firm Baykar, enhancing its air defense capabilities despite prior logistical delays. These advanced drones, tailored for the Royal Moroccan Air Force, highlight Morocco's military modernization efforts and improve its operational efficiency in drone warfare and reconnaissance.
hassan benyoub 
Rabat, March 29, 2025 – Morocco has officially begun receiving the first batch of Akinci combat drones, custom-built for the Kingdom by Turkish aerospace firm Baykar, marking a significant boost to its air defense capabilities. Sources confirm the drones arrived in the past few hours, despite a logistical delay that pushed the delivery from its originally scheduled date last month.
The Moroccan version of the Akinci drone is said to be more advanced than some variants previously sold to other nations, featuring cutting-edge technology tailored to the Royal Moroccan Air Force’s needs. Over the past two years, cohorts of Moroccan pilots have undergone specialized training to operate these unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), ensuring readiness for their integration into active service.
This delivery underscores Morocco’s ongoing efforts to modernize its military arsenal, particularly in the realm of drone warfare, which has become a cornerstone of contemporary defense strategies. The Akinci, known for its long-range and precision strike capabilities, enhances Morocco’s ability to conduct reconnaissance and combat operations with greater efficiency.
While exact details of the shipment remain undisclosed, the arrival of this first batch—initially expected in February—had been postponed due to logistical challenges, according to insider sources. The successful handover now positions Morocco as a key player in the region’s evolving security landscape.
