Aircraft · Sunday, 19 July 2026
The $5.3 Billion Program Turning 2 Stored Boeing 747-8s Into America's Next Air Force One
A $5.3 billion program is underway to convert two stored Boeing 747-8 aircraft into the next presidential transport fleet.
TL;DR
The project involves extensive modifications to the airframes to meet the requirements for the U.S. presidential mission. The program represents a significant investment in national security infrastructure and the continued use of the 747 platform for high-level government transport.
Simple Flying18 Jul, 18:00 BST
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