Sunday, June 7, 2020

A Look Inside Japan's New Air Force One

Japan's new 777 Air Force One and former 747 Special Airlift Group - MOD

Forbes: Now On Display: Japan’s Air Force One Boeing 747 Interior

For nearly three decades a pair of Boeing BA 747s transported Japan’s prime ministers and imperial family around the world. The high-profile missions were deemed sensitive enough that the aircraft interior was not disclosed. But now Japan’s Air Force One private 747 state residence is on public display.

The VIP room was in the 747’s nose, a cosy area since the fuselage tapers and there is nothing in front, not even the cockpit (that’s upstairs). This area usually housed premium cabins on commercial 747s, but first class looks crowded compared to Japan’s Air Force One.

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