Monday, February 20, 2012

Air Force One


       I took this plane for the best passenger airplane in  the world today because of it's advanced technology  and safety. Air Force One is one of the most recognizable symbols of the presidency, spawning countless references not just in American but across the world.
       
      Capable of refueling midair, Air Force One has unlimited range and can carry the President wherever he needs to travel. The onboard electronics are hardened to protect against an electromagnetic pulse, and Air Force One is equipped with advanced secure communications equipment, allowing the airplane to function as a mobile command center in the event of an attack on the United States.


        courtesy image of www.boeing.com

     There are no missile mountings externally, there are no panels of the shape and size required or in the right place. I'm pretty sure that Air Force One has some advanced technology of air-to-air missile on board that it could use if needed. Some of the most interesting parts of the plane ~it’s advanced avionics and defenses~ are classified.



    But the Air force One asserts the two airplane which definitely military aircraft, designed to withstand an air attack. Among other things, the plane is outfitted with electronic counter measures (ECM) to jam enemy radar. The plane can also eject flares to throw heat-seeking missiles off course. It also have an ECCM and EW suite along with flares, chaff, DIRCM/LAIRCM a missile warning suite and perhaps even a few ALE-50's. Not to mention, it is likely fully NBC proof and has been reinforced to withstand the effects of a nuclear blast better, and offcourse the fighters will always accompany.
      
 courtesy image of www.boeing.com

     No matter where in the world the President travels, if he flies in an Air Force jet, the airplane is called Air Force One. Technically, Air Force One is the call sign of any Air Force aircraft carrying the President. Inside, the President and his travel companions enjoy 4,000 square feet of floor space on three levels, including an extensive suite for the President that features a large office, lavatory, and conference room. 
     
    Air Force One includes an advanced medical suite that can function as an operating room, and a doctor is permanently on board. The plane’s two food preparation galleys can feed 100 people at a time. This airplane technology gave a president the opportunity to meet face-to-face with world leaders easily. I think it's not just an airplane but more likely a safest flying office, right?

Posted by: Advan Today Advanced Technology, Updated at: 12:17 PM