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Latest "VC-25B" stories
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Biden nixes Trump design for Air Force One over cost, delay
The new aircraft are estimated to replace the VC-25A planes in 2026, years behind schedule.
By Zeke Miller, The Associated Press
Boeing CEO regrets Air Force One deal amid big quarterly losses
Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun said the Air Force One deal was “a very unique moment, a very unique negotiation, a very unique set of risks that Boeing probably shouldn’t have taken. But we are where we are."
Delivery of new Air Force One planes could be delayed until 2025
Boeing has shown interest in re-opening negotiations that would raise the ceiling on the program's $3.9 billion contract, Air Force officials said.
By Valerie Insinna
Unclear when Boeing will deliver new Air Force One planes, says Air Force general
The first new VC-25B was set to be delivered in 2024, but development has been delayed due to issues with a key supplier.
By Valerie Insinna
With new Air Force One planes still bare, Biden will choose between the jet’s classic livery or a fresh paint scheme
No paint has been ordered for the new presidential aircraft, leaving it it possible that the iconic blue and gold design may be continued.
By Valerie Insinna