Planefag needs to clear something up on the Nightwatch-thought that the Sec. of Defense was not getting the usual AC used by the last several administrations but remembered last night that we had the one currently in-use by DoD and in Hawaii nao (tail #73-1677) parked at Skunkworks for about two weeks in Feb.
Had several out and back flights around SoCal during that time frame.
Totally forgot about this last month so pf sorta made this into an issue when it should not have been-can't 'remember' everything I see all the time.
Will go to the box nao
from Friday March 12, 2021
US Air Force Boeing E-4B “Doomsday Plane” Fleet to Receive Communication Modifications
The Boeing E-4B fleet is in the process of receiving upgrades designed to revolutionize communication capabilities and effectiveness. Recently, the first of four E-4B aircraft successfully completed developmental testing, after receiving the Low Frequency Transmit System (LFTS) and Advanced Extremely High Frequency Presidential National Voice Conferencing Integration Program (APIP) modifications. A key part of the modification effort, was the work done by the Command, Control, Communication, Intelligence, and Networks Directorate, to escort, secure, and transfer crypto materials integral to the evaluation, testing, and operation of the aircraft’s communications systems. Their efforts freed operational resources to maintain the E-4B’s 24/7 alert mission, and increased availability for key manning positions during a national pandemic.
https://militaryleak.com/2021/03/12/us-air-force-boeing-e-4b-doomsday-plane-fleet-to-receive-communication-modifications/