The current Air Force One planes are two highly modified Boeing 747-200B aircraft, designated VC-25A, which first flew in 1987 and entered service in 1990. This makes them about 35 years old as of 2025
. The airframes themselves are based on a model introduced in 1971, and no longer in production since 1991
. There are plans to replace these aging planes with new Boeing 747-8-based VC-25B models, but delivery has been delayed to at least 2027
. Meanwhile, the current planes are showing their age, with increasing maintenance costs and challenges in sourcing parts
. In summary:
- Current Air Force One planes (VC-25A) are Boeing 747-200Bs, about 35 years old (first flew 1987, in service since 1990).
- The model itself dates back to 1971.
- Replacement VC-25B planes based on the 747-8 are expected around 2027 but have been delayed
