FR_Douglas_C-54B_272252_Roosevelt 2024-06-18

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This repaint shows VC-54C 52-72252 c/n 7470 in Yalta Conference paint sheme of 1945. This Skymaster is the first aircraft purpose-built to fly the President of the United States. Carrying the staff transport “VC” designation, the aircraft was officially named The Flying White House. However, the aircraft became better known by its unofficial nickname, Sacred Cow, a reference to the high security surrounding the aircraft and its special status.

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