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Why the 747 Is Far and Away Still the Best Option for the New Air Force One

Why the 747 Is Far and Away Still the Best Option for the New Air Force One
President Donald Trump arrives aboard Air Force One at Pittsburgh International Airport in Coraopolis, Pa.., on Jan. 18, 2018. Samira Bouaou/The Epoch Times
Mike Fredenburg
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While it is true that any Air Force plane the president is flying on will receive the designation Air Force One, it is also true that when Air Force One is mentioned, it is highly likely to be one of two heavily modified and militarized 747-200Bs with the military designation VC-25A.

Mike Fredenburg
Mike Fredenburg
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Mike Fredenburg writes on military technology and defense matters with an emphasis on defense reform. He holds a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and master's degree in production operations management.