Air Force 3701

Air Force 3701

The Air Force 3701 is the presidential aircraft for the President of the Republic of China. The aircraft uses Boeing 737-800 and is operated by the Republic of China Air Force.[1][2]

History

The aircraft was bought from Boeing in the United States with a budget of NT$2 billion from the Ministry of National Defense for its purchase and modification. It flew from Seattle on 4 February 2000 and arrived at Taipei on 7 February 2000. The cabin crews were formally commissioned on 18 March 2000.[3]

Design

The aircraft underwent modifications in few areas, such as the front section of its fuselage.

See also

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References

  1. ↑ 聯合影音. "總統專機". 聯合影音.
  2. ↑ "World’s Top 10 Presidential Aircraft".
  3. ↑ "No-frills flying on Taiwan's `Air Force One'".
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