C-32 vs VC-25 "Air Force One"
| American passenger and transport aircraft, prominently deployed during diplomatic and government services since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 1 June 1998 |
| Year introduced | 1998 |
| Number produced | 6 units |
| Average unit price | $90 million |
| American presidential transport aircraft, deployed since the mid-1980s, known for brass-bound luxury and sophisticated communications. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 1 September 1989 |
| Year introduced | 1990 |
| Number produced | 2 units |
| Average unit price | $325 million |
| Wing area | 181.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 38.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 11.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 47.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 853 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 10,200 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,802 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 115,666 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 58,900 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 18,915 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 511.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 59.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 19.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 70.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1014 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 12,600 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,746 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 377,842 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 173,726 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 25,719 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the C-32 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" is faster with a maximum speed of 1,014 km/h compared to the C-32's 853 km/h, a difference of 161 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-32 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" has a longer range at 12,600 km compared to the C-32's 10,200 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-32 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" has a higher service ceiling at 13,746 meters (45,098 ft) compared to the C-32's 12,802 meters (42,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-32 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 377,842 kg compared to the C-32's 115,666 kg.
Which is larger, the C-32 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" is longer at 70.6 meters compared to the C-32's 47.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-32 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" is more expensive at approximately $325 million per unit compared to the C-32 at $90 million.
Which entered service first, the C-32 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The VC-25 "Air Force One" entered service first in 1990, 8 years before the C-32 which entered service in 1998.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-32 or VC-25 "Air Force One"?
The C-32 has been produced in greater numbers with 6 units compared to 2 units of the VC-25 "Air Force One".