The Kingdom of Morocco has signed a contract with Airbus Helicopters for 10 H225M helicopters to replace its longstanding Puma fleet.
On November 18, 2025, Airbus confirmed the new H225Ms will join the Royal Moroccan Air Force to conduct combat search and rescue operations.
The H225Ms will be equipped with a double hoist installation, a searchlight and a Safran Euroflir 410 electro-optical system. They will also be able to carry machine guns and an electronic warfare system for self-protection.
“We are honoured that Morocco has chosen to replace its legacy Puma fleet with the H225M. This is another step in the partnership we have been building over the decades with the Kingdom of Morocco. The H225M is enjoying a strong momentum on the market. This aircraft is a reference for complex missions in tough environments. This order solidifies the H225M’s reputation as the helicopter of choice for combat search and rescue and special operations across the world,” said Bruno Even, CEO of Airbus Helicopters at the Dubai Airshow.
Morocco signed an agreement with France in 1974 to purchase 40 Puma helicopters and in 2007 the remaining fleet underwent modernization work.
It’s still impressive to see #H225M helicopters being refuelled in flight. 🚁⛽️
On the #H225day, sit, relax and enjoy this short video of air-to-air refuelling with the H225M.#MakingMissionsPossible #AirToAirRefuelling pic.twitter.com/uBNs2g4wLH— Airbus Helicopters (@AirbusHeli) August 12, 2024
Airbus has had a presence in Morocco since 1951 through Airbus Atlantic, a wholly-owned Airbus subsidiary specializing in composite manufacturing, the assembly of complex metallic sub-assemblies, and the maintenance and support of avionics equipment.
In 2024, Airbus Helicopters announced the creation of a customer center in the Kingdom, providing support for the 60 Airbus helicopters in service with the Royal Moroccan Air Force, the Royal Navy, and the Royal Moroccan Gendarmerie.
The new purchase contract with Airbus Helicopters also includes a support and service package with connected services.
Existing infrastructure in Morocco will develop into a service center for maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) with new dedicated facilities and will become the regional center for Airbus helicopters in West Africa.
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