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Air Force One on approach to London Heathrow Airport

The Presidential Jumbo on approach to London Heathrow after spending 3 days at the G7 Summit in Cornwall. President Biden & First Lady was visiting The Queen at Windsor Castle.

 

Boeing VC-25A (28000) are modified 747-200B for presidential transport and operated by the United States Air Force.

 

Operational modifications include aerial refueling capability and anti-aircraft missile countermeasures. All wiring is covered with heavy shielding for protection from an electromagnetic pulse in the event of a nuclear attack

 

The VC-25A can accommodate more than 70 passengers. Each VC-25A cost approximately US$325 million.

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Uploaded on June 13, 2021
Taken on June 13, 2021