Boeing 747

Historically, several U.S. presidents have flown on Boeing aircraft.

* In 1943, President Franklin D. Roosevelt flew to Casablanca aboard a Boeing model 314 Clipper.
* In 1962, Boeing introduced U.S. presidents to modern jet transportation with the introduction of the Boeing model 707-320B. In all, seven presidents were served by the 707-320B.
* Today, the chief executive flies aboard a specially configured 747-200B, the newest and largest presidential airplane. Its capabilities include:
o Longer range for presidential travel
o Aerial refueling
o Self-sufficiency at airports around the world

The "flying Oval Office" has 4,000 square feet of interior floor space. Among its accommodations are:

* Conference/dining room
* Quarters for the president and the first lady
* An office area for senior staff members
* Another office that converts into a medical facility when necessary
* Work and rest areas for the presidential staff, media representatives and Air Force crews
* Two galleys that can provide 100 meals at one sitting
* Multi-frequency radios for air-to-air, air-to-ground and satellite communications

Principal differences between Air Force One and the standard Boeing 747 include state-of-the-art navigation, electronic and communications equipment; its interior configuration and furnishings; self-contained baggage loader; and front and aft air-stairs.