C-17 become Air Force 2 after C-32 had bird strike

U.S. Vice President Mike Pence was forced to use a C-17 as Air Force 2 to Joint Base Andrews from Manchester airport after the C-32 ferrying him had a bird strike after take off.


The engine affected was the starborad side one and Pence was seen inspecting the damage together with the crew and other officials.

C-32As are operated by the 1st Airlift Squadron of the 89th Airlift Wing. They are modified Boeing 757 airliners.

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