As we all know, the United States president’s Aircraft, the Air Force One, is one of the most famous planes in the world; similarly, many aircraft are used by country’s VVIPs, such as presidents and prime ministers. However, these aircraft are not typical because they have been flown under privilege flying with special support from the country’s defense agency.

The air traffic control call sign for any special extra section flight flown by the Indian air force for the president of India, vice president, or prime minister is Air Indian One. The unit in charge of directing the mission is a special aircraft based at Air Force Station Palam.

The Air India One was once an Air India Boeing 747-400 that transported the President, Vice President, and Prime Minister. This was a passenger flight type that was later turned into a special flight for international visits. Because of the high cost of maintenance and the high fuel consumption of these aircraft, the government decided to change its fleet. Also, because Air India will no longer be a private entity after 2021, the government decided to change its fleet and own its own private plane, which will be controlled by the Indian Air Force. Air India Engineering Services Limited (AIESL), which has experience servicing Boeing 777 series aircraft for Air India’s commercial fleet, will maintain them under an unique contract.

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The Indian government began selecting new aircraft in 2016, and the Boeing 777-300ER was chosen as the SESF (VVIP transport). The new aircraft, which feature specifically designed liveries, will begin service in October 2020, replacing Air India’s Boeing 747-400s. The newly admitted aircraft, unlike the 747s, are military vessels that are technically owned and operated by the Indian Air Force.

The 777-300ER’s onboard electronics include around 238 miles of wire, making it no ordinary airliner (twice the amount found in a normal 777). Heavy shielding is required to protect wires and critical devices from the electromagnetic pulse caused by a nuclear explosion.

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Two ex-Air India planes (VT-ALV and VT-ALW, now K7066 and K7067, respectively) were modified with missile defense and countermeasures equipment, including LAIRCM self-protection suites (SPS). Previous Air India 747s were equipped with missile defense and countermeasures equipment, including self-protection suites for large aircraft infrared countermeasures (LAIRCM) (SPS).

Air Force One, a new Boeing 777 aircraft. The planes are equipped with encrypted satellite communication systems, advanced navigation aids, an advanced missile warning system, a missile deflecting shield, and electronic countermeasures to protect them from ground-based or aerial threats, as well as flares and glares to fool the missile. They can travel vast distances without the requirement for air-to-air refueling (which is a feature on some of them).the VC-25 As though they had never been used before in their service)

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The executive enclosure on the Indian Air Force aircraft features an office and a bedroom. All other passengers on Air India One must carry color-coded identity cards with them at all times. Inside, the plane will contain a meeting area, a VVIP cabin, a medical facility, and seats for additional dignitaries and personnel. This aircraft can fly continuously for 17 hours after being refuelled.

Because Boeing has experience with business jets, it has previously modified most commercial aircraft into VVIP private planes for a variety of countries, not just the Air Force. Boeing has its own security upgrade system for defense. These planes are capable Any countermeasure defensive system can be installed according to the clients’ needs. The Boeing 777 aircraft is one of the greatest in the world, with a big capacity in terms of range and the ability to transport a significant number of people.

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In the event of an emergency, the plane will be able to refuel in the air. The ‘Air India One’ can reach a top speed of 559.33 mph thanks to its twin GE90-115 engines. Both planes are like strong forts flying through the sky. ‘Air India One’ is estimated to cost Rs 8,458 crore. These new aircraft, like Air Force planes, will have a limitless range of flight and be capable of flying around the world at the same time.

In the event of an attack, the tailored aircraft can also conduct a counter-offensive, similar to Air Force One’s military systems. The Boeing 777 has a system in place to identify missiles and jam questionable radar frequencies. Whether it’s electronic jammers for anti-missile defense or communication jammers, Air India One will be close behind, with military security systems and facilities for medical emergencies and comfort.

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