National Geographic - Air Force One

This is very well done. I have used it for years in my government classes, and my students and I have decided that we'd rather get a ride on Air Force One than to visit the White House. It gives a brief history of the planes that have been used and some previous Presidents talk about their experiences on it. It does, however, end with Clinton's presidency, if that matters.

I watched this video in my home as part of my growing movie collection. It was great! very informative, and gives great insight into the amazing world of the president. It is slightly outdated (something you's expect from a VHS tape), but interesting nonetheless. Not sure why the rating is 'R', I'd happily show this to a child. A must-buy for anybody interested in planes, government, or simply just loves learning!

During President Clintons state visit to NZ last year nothing seemed to define the imperial US presidency more than his arrival in his personal jet-a modified boeing 747 no less.It was not so much the plane itself, grand as it was but also the preceding paraphenalia of accompanying aircraft bearing personal security and bulletproof limousines. The entire apparatus of presidential security was on the move. For every visible SS agent their were 4 in the background. Waiting and watching....for anything.Even The Queen is now relegated by her own government to the first class cabins of british airways, alas. Not to mention the mothballing of her private yacht. It says a lot for a nations head of state in what conveyance they choose to travel the globe.I was impressed with the dedication and professionalism of the crew designated to work in AF1-although a certain servility is required their downright obsequiousness seemed to be a job requirement. From the captain even to the lowliest steward, to be seen and not heard. Do not speak unless spoken to. To some a reminder of the Nixon years.The obligatory escorted tour through a plane only a few are priveleged to see up close-the plush carpets the spacious interiors and conference rooms and secretarial offices echoed a businesslike atmosphere, and everywhere the presidential seal as if anyone would forget who the main passenger was. If it lacked the luxurious interiors and gold fittings of the Sultan of Brunei's own 747 no-one noticed. Besides such extravagance would seem garish and gaudy. The might of the US industrial military complex was enough to offset any hint of that.The brief history of previous presidential aircraft did seem to concentrate of the Kennedy years more so than those preceding and following, otherwise it was informative-showing us old newsreels of Eisenhower and Truman and even FDR's one overseas trip during the war-to Casablanca. The triumphant times-Nixons 1974 trip to China and the sad times.The familiar picture of LBJ taking the oath in the cabin of AF1-Jacqui and Lady bird beside him that sad day in Dallas so many years ago.Finally we must spare a thought for Bill Clinton, now a private citizen who out of all the perks of office must have enjoyed this one the most, as any political leader would have. During his eventful 8 years in office the president seemed to be constantly filmed arriving somewhere in presidential state-stepping of alone as protocol dictated- with the familiar blue fusilage behind him like some imperial backdrop. I now sympathise with his current circumstances-Poor Bill travelling 1st class on a commercial airliner just isnt the same.

Excellent documentary told by the Air Crew.

Bought this one with the DVD on Marine One. They are both exceptional. It's a good feeling that we take such good care of our leaders. I would so recommend this DVD along with the one on Marine One.

I have watched this program on Netflix and I had to own it. I watch it one a month or more.

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Although this documentary is over 20 years old (Late 90's) it is very well done. It does a great job of showing all the people behind the scenes that dedicate their lives to supporting the President of the United states.

Diese Dokumentation von National Geographic habe ich mir gekauft gehabt in Erwartung einer präzisen und umfassenden Dokumentation, wie man es aus diesem hause normalerweise gewöhnt ist. Leider wird man enttäuscht, denn "aus Gründen der nationalen Sicherheit" erfährt man eigentlich nichts über die AFO, was man nicht auch bei Wikipedia hätte nachlesen können. Ein pathetischer Sprecher und typisch amerikanische Musik runden das negative Bild ab. Mehr als 3 ehrliche Sterne kann man dafür nicht geben. Schade.

National Geographic hat die Airforce One sehr schön ins Bild gesetzt.Es kommen Präsidenten zu Worte, es gibt einige Anekdoten wie die von Reagan(?), der nach dem letzten Flug mit der Airforce One alles mitgenommen hat, was nicht niet und nagelfest war. Außerdem gibt es ein paar wenige wirklich interessante Einblickehinter die Verkleidung des sicher bekanntesten Flugzeuges der Welt.Trotzdem bleibt ein fader Nachgeschmack. Heldenmusik, ein schwer beeindruckter deutscher Sprecher - das amerikanische Original ist nicht wesentlich besser - und pathetische und anbiedernde Off-Texte machen es schwer, wenn nicht unmöglich, bis zum Ende durchzuhalten.Das ist ärgerlich.