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Xi Jinping Flies in Converted Boeing 747-8I, Joining Other World Leaders' Fleet

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China's presidential aircraft is a specially modified Boeing 747-8I operated under the Air China brand. Several other nations also use VIP-configured versions of the same aircraft to transport their heads of state. The United States has adopted a 747-8I variant as a temporary presidential transport solution. Meanwhile, countries like India and Japan have opted for the newer Boeing 777 for their official leader transport needs.

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