US, Morocco Boost Airpower Coordination with First JTAC Course in African Lion 26

Morocco launched its first Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) qualification course as part of the African Lion 26 exercise, involving US Air Force B-52H bombers and Royal Moroccan Air Force F-16s. The course, which began on April 23, aims to train Moroccan students to direct airstrikes while minimizing collateral damage. The visible presence of US aircraft over Morocco reinforces the US commitment to regional security.