Boeing 757-200 (C-32A)

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07 Feb 2026 · © Unknown

Airforce 2 taxiing at prestwick while Airforce 1 takes off behind it

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Aircraft

757-200 (C-32A) C32A

United States of America (USAF VIP blue and white livery)

Airline

United States Air Force (USAF)

AFO / --

Manufacturer

Boeing

Location

Glasgow Prestwick Airport

PIK/EGPK

55.5015, -4.5772

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Glasgow Prestwick Airport PIK

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing C-32A is a military variant of the 757-200, used primarily as Air Force Two for transporting the US Vice President, First Lady, and other dignitaries. It is rarely seen compared to commercial 757s.

Fleet Rarity

1 of 4 in USAF's VIP configuration (C-32A); extremely rare outside government/federal purposes.

Record Flights

Frequently used for international government missions; has flown high-profile diplomatic and emergency evacuation flights.

Safety & Events

Notable for carrying US government officials. No major public incidents reported for any of the C-32As.

Future Outlook

Still in service but slated for future replacement as aging airframes are showing signs of wear.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney PW2000

Engine

38.05 meters

Wingspan

47.32 meters

Length

7,222 km

Range

850 km/h

Speed

45 passengers (VIP configuration)

Capacity

115,680 kg

MTOW

13.56 meters

Height

2 × 187 kN (42,000 lbf)

Thrust

Stage 3/4 compliant, ~90-97 dB (varies with engine/phase)

Noise

Registration is not visible, exact airframe cannot be identified.