Inflight IFRVC13726000 Boeing VC-137C Stratoliner Diecast Model USAF, #62-6000 Air Force One, w/Stand. VC-137C, #62-6000, was the first of two customized Boeing 707s built at Boeing’s Renton to serve as presidential transports. Entering service in 1962, it served as the primary Air Force One for Presidents Kennedy, Johnson, and Nixon. It used the callsign “Air Force One” when the President was on board and “SAM 26000″ (Special Air Mission 26000) otherwise. In 1972, a second VC-137C, #72-7000 entered service and #62-6000 was retained as backup until 1998. The aircraft is now on display at the National Museum of the United States Air Force near Dayton, Ohio. Designed as a military VIP transport version of the 707, the C-137 was first flown in 1959. The Inflight 200 range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of civilian and military transport aircraft. Inflight 200 diecast airplanes feature. Diecast metal construction with some plastic components. Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details. Pad printed markings and placards that won’t fade or peel like decals. Permanently extended metal landing gear with rolling rubber tires.
