I'm glad that the Queen of the Skies will still be airborne for many many years to come!

Surprised that it won’t have the mid air refuel capability.

Taking away the on air refuel capability is a big mistake.

They should retain the classic livery originally designed Raymond Loewry. The new proposed livery makes it look like some flying casino.

I like the "Jackie Kennedy" color scheme.

The 747-8 is a fabulous machine, so glad they’ll be flying for decades to come.

Definitely the Jackie look is more classy. By the comments here im one of many who wish to see the legacy continue

Livery is not only generic and classless...it removes the intent of the original design that the specific blue blends with the sky

One of the most and heavily modified expensive planes in the world. Can't wait to see the new birds

I really hope the livery doesn't change. Rejecting dark colors was done specifically because Kennedy thought it was too regal, too monarch-ish. George Washington originally wore a baby blue ribbon across his chest to distinguish his rank as commander in chief, so I think it has a cool precedent. The well placed swoops give the plane an eliminate of moving forward, echoing the American spirit of progress, where the new scheme is very static. Plus, the polished aluminum accent is so unique. I have a hard time believing anyone could look at the new scheme and say its more interesting and dynamic than the current one that has remained iconic for half a century. Air Force One has been painted as such for more than half a century. It and photographs of it are synonymous with America, it has been there for every major foreign, and many domestic historic events. It is a part of our culture now. Personally I think it projects a level of self confidence that strong colors which scream, "look at me, fear me," cannot. It is a tradition ten presidents have honored, I cannot think of any good reason it is not good enough for the 11th. That said, I'm glad it does not have black or gold in it, and at least the dark blue and red has a traditional nautical feel to it (and of course American). If I was lucky enough to own a yacht it'd have a dark blue hull. But it feels super basic and boring, like it is trying too hard to be strong. Or if you told a 10th grader to come up with a color scheme this would be it. And again, the static feeling of the straight lines doesn't compare to the swoops that invoke forward movement and progress that our country traditionally has valued. Maybe if they could lighten the blue a bit more?

I am pleased and very proud they are using the Boeing 747-800! The 747 has always been the Queen of the Skies. Its beautiful, recognizable and majestic just like the American Eagle!

I loved the old color scheme but I also look forward to the new scheme. Looks great in my opinion.

747-8 was absolutely the right choice. And I’m hoping that the publicity may give her one last hurrah

The new paint scheme looks like a postage stamp. The current livery is iconic, hope they keep it.

Nothing really screams "Air force 1" Without that iconic baby blue color

I want the same traditional paint job!!!!!

That new livery looks like a tube of Colgate toothpaste

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As of January 25, 2021, the paint hasn't even been ordered.

Too bad they are retiring the old livery. Looks really cool and is iconic.

The new paint scheme/livery looks remarkably similar to Trump's private 757 livery. That being said, I prefer the AF1 old livery. Maybe a slight refresh is needed, but not a complete redesign to a classic.

Yeah, that livery looks like something you would see on a toy plane.

Glad it will have those new GE Gen 9X engines! That might be the reason they wouldn't need to refuel in the air. Each engine produces 134,000 pounds of thrust plus they are the most fuel efficient engines that can also run on biofuels. The 747=800s bubble on top is the length of a 737 oh those engines are the same size of the fuselage of the 737.

Yes, absolutely, the 747-800 is a excellent choice to continue the AF1 fleet. The "Queen" of the skies is one of the most reliable and safe airframes flying and with a 40 plus flying history, these will serve the U.S. for many decades. The 747 is an amazing airplane to fly and is very forgiving.

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I love the old baby blue.

Proud to say I worked on the VC-25.

Congrats on 100K! Didn’t seem too long ago when I was watching at 30K. Keep it up! Next stop, half a million!

Glad we will keep 747’s as Air Force One, however, I don’t believe in changing the paint scheme, the current paint scheme is iconic, everyone who sees it knows its USA, somethings shouldn’t change!

I like this, about time for an upgrade.

Let’s keep the original blue and white color scheme

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The new livery looks so old already. It looks like a retro livery from the '90s.

For all those asking why they got rid of in-air refueling, there are currently no cases of it actually being used in the entire time it's been made available, so they didn't add it to save some money, and to reduce weight.

Perfect choice for the next Air Force One.

I hope they change their mind on the livery to something more modern. It looks like an 90s simple design. Strangely, the Kennedy livery looks more modern.

The 747-8 is the perfect choice for replacing the current VC-25 Air Force One jets.

Rumor has it, Jack asked Jackie to approve final drawings of paint scheme and colors for AF-1. Camelot never existed, but they did, many in 2021 push back hard against any color or, design changes, as AF-1 is so recognizable and iconic, like both of its designers.

Best choice.....ultra reliable, structurally solid and have great handling characteristics.

Idk this new paint scheme looks like a Malaysian paint scheme. The old (and current) one is -in my opinion- better looking.

No mid air refueling is surprising. I can't believe they would do something like that.

The original color scheme should stay on the next Air Force One.

AF1 story, Working on the construction of the Atlanta airport years ago Air Force 1 was parked on the tarmac. Went through some side doors to go out to look at it and passed a electrician who was laughing. He told a coworker "you should go inside, the electronics are incredible". This guy starts up the stairs to go inside , Secret Service "what the hell are you doing, get you ass down from there".

Saving money is one thing, but forgoing capability by omitting air refueling capability is another. I don't think this was a wise choice.

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Classic Kennedy? Or classic Pepsi? I’m partial to the way it currently looks. Nothing political about my decision.

The 747 needs to live on forever! Gorgeous plane. I'd love to see it keep the current colors though.

747 is the right choice because it has a phenomenal cabin configuration

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I would imagine that in air refuelling is essential despite seldom being used, just in case for an emergency

I had really hope I don’t see that boring livery on the plane. The old design was made To be simplistic but also sharp to the eye. The new one isn’t even that symbolic it’s just stupid.

The good thing is that the Queen of the Skies will still be flying post 2050 at least.

The paint scheme must change somewhat to let people recognize that she's a new plane. Having said that, I agree with most people who commented that the proposed paint scheme is too harsh. I'd prefer something closer to the existing paint scheme, maybe a sky blue belly so that it blends into the sky and makes it harder to see from the ground; adding some red would be nice, but not too much ... maybe just the tail?

Looks LOVELY the NEW 747-8

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Keep the existing livery. It is iconic and distinguish from any other livery. The proposed livery looks too much like the last US Airways livery before they became American Airlines.

i can imagine a 748 with old school gauges to make it "EMP Proof"

The new plane spend a lot of time near by me back in 2019/2020 in the Melbourne FL. Northrop Grumman facilities

Hope they change Colors back Old design and get rid of the Delta look he pick*

I think the aircraft is perfect, but I prefer the current livery.

747 is the most beautiful plane! I wouldn’t choose any other plane to represent the United States! 🇺🇸

I’m glad the queen of the sky will still flying around. ✈️

Perfect choice!

I actually like the new colour scheme, but fear the actual design won't age well. The baby blue has however become a classic, so tips the point for me

New Air Force One livery looks like British Airways lmao

You can't always know before takeoff, or at pre-flight briefing, exactly how and where the aircraft will be employed for the duration of the coming flight. These aircraft (and their passengers and crew, for that matter) have to be entirely flexible and adaptable for whatever comes their way, whether on leg one of twelve, or on an extended campaign flight that turns into the last flight at the end of the world. Don't go and think you're qualified to determine what the plane needs and does not when you're not one of the people being paid to think ahead to the unthinkable.

Looks good

Keep the blue paint job, it's iconic.

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I love the 747 so Im glad that the reign of the queen of the sky is not over yet. However, I don’t get it why they didn’t change to a more forward looking and trendsetting type like the 787 or 777x. Also, I think they could overthink the color scheme but hey, guess that’s just a matter of personal taste...

When the president is on board, the aircraft is only designated “Air Force One” if it is an aircraft operated by the Air Force. The helicopters that potus uses to get from the white house to the airport is operated by the marines and is designated “Marine One” And if for some bizarre reason the president should get on board any non-military aircraft (United, American or Delta) it will be designated “Executive One”

One thing the video didn't make clear is that the new Air Force One will use the passenger version of the 747-8 (per the Boeing website), though the video most often showed the cargo version. The two can be most easily distinguished by the cargo version's lack of windows on the main level, its much shorter upper deck hump, and the cargo version's three windows per side on the upper deck. I, for one, prefer the new red, white and blue livery, though I would really have loved a more bold and creative stars and stripes design.

There's no need for aerial refueling when, in a national emergency, the President would be moved to an E-4B anyways (E-4s have the capability, too).

Honestly I can’t think of anything better than this one, I like the color theme, blue gold and light blue

Hopefully it isn’t painted yet and the proper paint scheme will be used.

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Yes, but please leave the "old" livery !!!!

The graceful lines of the 747-8 will work brilliantly with the curves of the iconic livery. It’s going to be beautiful!

The current AF 1 is always so clean! Just gleaming, nothing, I mean NOTHING like my plane! I got to taxi up to 1 once at Idaho Falls, Idaho. The tower asked where I wanted to park, and I indicated near it, and expected to be blown off, but was granted permission by ground and parked almost in the shade of it. Turns out, Clinton was on a raft trip on the Snake River, as was the secret service I expect, so they were slack on security, probably different when the any Prez is onboard! Hard to over emphasize how impressive it is when seen first hand, especially to a patriotic pilot.

The plane is so different from the commercial version it has to be recertified and that is most of the bill. The price is reasonable for any run of two planes that have to be certified and validated far in excess of what commercial planes are. It’s a huge undertaking. The 787-8 is larger but can operate from shorter runways making it very good for the job.

I'm pleased to know that the 747 will still be flying, safest plane in the air. I do however wish they had kept In flight refueling.

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Definitely keep the livery looks good and is known worldwide

My favorite is plane is a 747. Excellent choice 747 for Air Force One.

The 747-8 was the only choice. The livery may still need some work.

The white red and blue pattern looks like something from a 90's movie.

What I like is that they like to give the inside away and how it works and how it runs and that's nice for the president when people want to attack him

Keep the traditional paint scheme! Otherwise, "If it ain't Boeing... I'm not going."

The color S U C K S ... The old plane was beautiful and impressive... It said something ABOUT AMERICA .. This one looks like every commercial bird in the sky .. .. You just can not improve on perfection, not even with red white and blue .. .. ..

Looks like an old TWA aircraft, present livery more iconic

You should keep the Air force one that you have now . It would save a lot of money..love the Air force one that you have. Mike Cork lreland

I’m happy it’s still the 747

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Yh I agree that the 747-8 will be great for Air Force One, by and the 747 is also my favorite type of Plane aswell.

No mid air refueling is major blunder. Huge.

Love the new AF1

They should reconsider the in air refueling option. Just because it's never been used doesn't necessarily mean it translates into not needing it. The longer range is good. Friendly refueling area's are good to but that one time it needs to stay airborne during a crisis could come at anytime. Natural or unnatural. 😲🇺🇲🦅

video idea: can you make a video on all the 777's in total length? like the smallest 777 length(ed) plane to the biggest 777 length(ed) plane? if you do thank you