America’s very special aircraft ‘Doomsday Plane’ is actually Boeing E-4B, which has been designed to be used as a command center in case of nuclear attack and major emergency. This project, which started in 1974 during the Cold War, is still an important part of America’s military strength.
What is the purpose of Doomsday Plane?
This aircraft has been designed in such a way that if the situation in America goes out of control or the command center on the ground is destroyed, then it can handle complete control in the air itself.
flying command center during wartime
During war or crisis, this aircraft acts as an aerial command center for the US President, Defense Minister and top military officials, so that they can maintain control over the situation in the country and remain in constant touch.
non-stop flight for 7 days
Doomsday plane can fly non-stop for 7 days continuously. It has the ability to fly faster than fighter jets. America has a total of 4 such E-4B aircraft, which are kept in regular flight throughout the year to maintain military readiness.
Preparation to build new aircraft
The US Air Force is now preparing 5 new Boeing 747-8 aircraft, which will replace the old E-4B. These aircraft were earlier with Korean Air. Their total cost is said to be around 13 billion dollars.
equipped with advanced technology
These new aircraft will have protection from radiation and electromagnetic pulse (EMP), advanced communication system, antenna, computer, mission system, modern interior and mid-air refueling facility.
Safe even in nuclear attack
The Doomsday plane is designed in such a way that it can withstand nuclear attacks, cyber attacks and electromagnetic attacks. It also has the capability to launch missiles. It has 67 antennas, through which it can contact any part of the world. Besides, it also has thermal and nuclear shield. This aircraft runs on 4 engines, has a swept wing design and can fill fuel in the air itself.
Journey from E-4A to E-4B
America first manufactured E-4A aircraft, which were used till 1974. Later they were upgraded to E-4B. The first B series aircraft were delivered in 1980 and by 1985 the entire fleet was upgraded.
important role in emergency
It is used to give instructions to the army in case of national emergency or destruction of command center on the ground. This aircraft helps in maintaining contact with various command centers even after disasters like storm, earthquake. This is the military version of the Boeing 747-200.
center for issuing orders during wartime
This air center helps in issuing emergency orders during war and coordinating the work of civil administration until the situation becomes normal.
Special features of Doomsday Plane
- This aircraft can fly continuously for 7 days.
- People present in it can contact from any corner of the world.
- Its strength is considered greater than America’s Air Defense Force.
- It has been designed in such a way that it remains safe from nuclear attack, meteorites and other threats.
- Its engines are ready 24 hours, 365 days, which means it can take off immediately at any time.
- Its price is about 223 million dollars.
Russia also keeps such aircraft
Apart from America, Russia is the only country which has this type of aircraft. This aircraft has three floors and is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment, which makes it safe from electromagnetic effects.
The entire government is under surveillance from within.
The pilot and commander of this aircraft can see the location of the President, Vice President, Defense Minister, Foreign Minister and Attorney General from the screen installed inside. This aircraft can send orders at any time even to submarines hidden in the depths of the sea.
Different from ‘Air Force One’
This aircraft is completely different from Air Force One. Air Force One is used for general travel of the President, whereas the Doomsday plane is designed only for emergencies and war-like situations.