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Air Force One is an 'unrivalled flying fortress'
It's time for the American president to get a new plane. On the outside, the new Air Force One (which are actually two identical jets) will maintain its iconic blue and white livery - however, the inside will be barely recognisable. Considering the current plane was built at a time when having a fax machine on board was groundbreaking, the technology on board will get a considerable upgrade. It was never going to come cheap. President-elect Donald Trump cast a spotlight on the project this… (www.nzherald.co.nz) Más...Sort type: [Top] [Newest]
Folks need to understand that the VC-25s are a weapons system in every sense of the word. From sensitive comma to flying broadcast studio to hospital, what this plane does is amazing.
Don't forget about advanced countermeasures and defense systems.
there are only 17-19 747-200's still flying. Find it somewhat ironic Trump wants to save American jobs...those that could be building the new AF1's....so long as it doesn't cost too much.
Bottom line, he'll never fly in the new one & a new set are needed.
Bottom line, he'll never fly in the new one & a new set are needed.
He wont even be in office by the time these jets are delivered to the fleet.
Bottom Line anyone? Trump is a businessman and based on his previous "Tweets;" "Twitter"is not Trump's primary negotiation method. Cancelling these Boeing orders via "Twitter" is meaningless and doesn't change the terms of the signed agreements between the USAF and Boeing. Simply, Trump is out to get the price down, he has no idea how much is involved in the new construction, and really doesn't care. He just wants to Trumpet <sigh> his shrewd business dealings when Boeing lowers the price. The new planes will be built. Trump will take all the credit, the crowds will cheer, Trump's ego will be satisfied. YEA!
It is my understanding that replacement parts are getting more difficult to obtain, and the fact that these are nearly 30 year old aircraft are two of the primary reasons they need to be replaced, and the 4B price tag is over 12 years.