فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
Aerodrive Engineering Services (AES), a Moroccan company, has announced the successful maiden flight of its ATLAS ISTAR drone, marking a significant milestone in Morocco’s journey to develop advanced unmanned aerial systems for military use.
The ATLAS ISTAR drone, which stands for “Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition, and Reconnaissance,” is designed for military surveillance and intelligence-gathering operations. The system provides real-time intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance capabilities for critical missions.
Notably, this drone has been entirely designed and manufactured in Morocco, demonstrating the kingdom’s growing technological capabilities in the defense sector.
Aerodrive was founded in 2017 and is managed by Moroccan engineer Soufiane Ammagui. The company specializes in developing drone systems that combine advanced technology with artificial intelligence.
Aerodrive aims to set up a production unit in Morocco capable of producing up to 1000 drone systems per year. The company plans to first meet national security needs and then expand to regional and international markets.
This development is part of Morocco’s ambition to build a robust domestic defense industry. The country is placing particular importance on drone manufacturing, recognizing these aircraft as essential weapons in modern warfare.
The successful development of the ATLAS ISTAR positions Morocco as a key player in technological innovation in Africa and the Middle East, strengthening the kingdom’s role as a regional leader in advanced security solutions.
This achievement represents a significant step forward for Morocco’s military industry and demonstrates the country’s growing capabilities in high-tech defense manufacturing.
