New Air Force One Program Faces 'Critical Capability Gap,' GAO Reports
The program to develop the next Air Force One is facing a significant challenge, according to a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report. The two Boeing 747-8i airframes have a 'critical capability gap' related to their electrical power systems. The current design may be insufficient to simultaneously power all of the aircraft's mission-critical and presidential support systems. This issue stems from the complexity of retrofitting a commercial airframe with highly demanding military specifications. The flaw could result in further program delays and significant cost overruns.
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