French Morocco, Airmail Stamp, 1947

Morocco (French Protectorate) · 1947 · 500f

This airmail stamp features a Latécoère 631, a large six-engine flying boat, soaring over the city of Casablanca. The iconic Hassan Tower is visible in the background, blending modern aviation with historic Moroccan architecture. The high denomination of 500 francs reflects the cost of international airmail at the time.

Issued under the French Protectorate in Morocco, this stamp highlights the importance of the Aéropostale airmail routes connecting France with its North African territories and beyond. The Latécoère 631 was one of the largest flying boats of its era, symbolizing post-war technological advancement.