Rare sighting of the Republic of Korea's Boeing 747-400 Presidential aircraft (Korean Air Force One) taking off for a diplomatic mission.
Š Unknown
Spotter's notes
These aircraft are maintained by Korean Air but operated by the Republic of Korea Air Force for VIP transport.
Aircraft identity
Registration
10001
ICAO Type
B744
Model
747-400
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Republic of Korea Air Force / Government
Livery
Republic of Korea Presidential (Korean Air Force One)
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
GE CF6-80C2B1F
Thrust
253 kN (57,000 lbf) each
Wingspan
64.4 meters
Length
70.7 meters
Height
19.4 meters
MTOW
412,770 kilograms
Range
13,450 kilometers
Capacity
Up to 416 passengers (standard config); VVIP config (modified for government use)
Cruise Speed
920 kilometers per hour
Noise Rating
QC 2 (Departure), QC 0.5 (Arrival) per ICAO Chapter 3
Location
Airport Code
HNL/PHNL
Airport Name
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Runway
8R
Viewing Spot
Lagoon Drive
