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KEY INTELLIGENCE TAKEAWAYS & SUMMARY
- Morocco completed the first flight of the F-16 Block 72.
- Morocco ordered 25 new F-16 Block 72/Viper fighters.
- Morocco is upgrading its existing F-16 Block 52 aircraft to the Block 70/72 standard.
First Flight of the F-16 Block 72: Morocco's Air Defense Power Grows
Morocco completed the first flight of the F-16 Block 72. This is an important step in flight testing before deliveries begin in 2027. Morocco ordered 25 new F-16 Block 72/Viper fighters and is upgrading its existing 23 F-16 Block 52 aircraft to the Block 70/Viper standard.
Technical Capacity and Field Balances
Conclusion and Future Perspective
The first flight of the F-16 Block 72 is seen as an important step for strengthening Morocco's air defense power. Morocco will subject the F-16 Block 72s to more flight tests before delivery, and these flight tests will ensure the aircraft operate safely and reliably.
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