- Presidential
Air Force One DVD -
The world's most exclusive airplane, a combination of a luxury
hotel and a super-secret military command post, is profiled
in this documentary produced by National Geographic. The history
of presidential flight, from its beginnings with President
Roosevelt making a secret wartime flight in 1943, is covered,
and particular attention is appropriately given to the historic
flight that returned President Kennedy's body to Washington
after his assassination. Filmed in the closing months of the
Clinton administration, the film features the preparation
for a presidential trip, which includes close involvement
of the military and antiterrorist specialists of the U.S.
Secret Service. The makers of this highly informative film
were given unprecedented access to Air Force One, and the
footage of the presidential 747 is spectacular. --Robert J.
McNamara. National Geographic takes you on an exclusive tour
inside Air Force One, part luxury hotel, part super-secret
military command post.
- Air
Force One, Flight II - The Planes and the Presidents
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It's been called "The Flying White House" but it
is best known by its radio call sign when the President of
the United States is aboard, "Air Force One." This
remarkable and unique feature-length documentary examines
the history and evolution of presidential flight, from Franklin
Roosevelt to George Bush. Hosted and narrated by distinguished
actor Charlton Heston, Air Force One: The Planes and the Presidents
- Flight II takes viewers on a tour of historic and trivial
events that have taken place aboard presidential aircraft.
- Air
Force One - Aircraft
historian Dorr has written numerous books detailing U.S. military
aircraft. Here he directs his expertise to writing an objective
overview of the planes and helicopters used to fly U.S. presidents
and officials, tracing the history of presidential aircraft
transportation from Theodore Roosevelt to George W. Bush.
To a reference librarian's delight, Dorr highlights many presidential
flying firsts. For instance, we learn here that Theodore Roosevelt,
although the first president to fly, did so after he left
office in October 1910, but Franklin Roosevelt was the first
president to fly while in office, in January 1943. In addition,
the Boeing 707-153 was the first jet used to fly a president
in 1959. Numerous sidebars give technical details, and over
150 pictures of presidential planes and helicopters are included.
Dorr provides the names of many former presidential pilots
and staff and has interviewed many for their anecdotal accounts.
Recommended for all public libraries; libraries may also want
to purchase William D. Siuru's Presidential Cars & Transportation:
From Horse and Carriage to Air Force One for information on
other forms of transportation by presidents. Joyce M. Cox,
Nevada State Lib. & Archives, Carson City Copyright 2002
Cahners Business Information, Inc.
- Air
Force One - Grade
5-8-Airplane enthusiasts and children who recognize the term
"Air Force One" will enjoy this title, and the attractive
cover will quickly grab readers' attention. Beginning with
FDR's secret first flight, to Casablanca in 1943, Santella
presents short histories and descriptions of the various planes
that have been specifically designed for use by the president.
It was during the Kennedy years that the Air Force coined
the phrase "Air Force One" to designate any plane
on which the commander in chief is a passenger. The text is
current, mentioning the plane's role on 9/11. The format is
attractive, with wide margins, appropriate vocabulary, stylized
topic headings, and vintage and color photography.
Captions and additional information at the bottom of some
pages add to the text. There is mention of where to see some
of the retired aircraft, but there is no glossary or bibliography.
This unique title offers an easy way to learn about a small
segment of history and pick up some interesting bits of trivia
at the same time. A priority purchase to add that extra touch
of class to collections. Eldon Younce, Harper Elementary School,
KS Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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