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Boeing 727 VP-BDJ: The Original Trump Force One
Throughout the long and varied career of Donald J. Trump, he has owned and flown in some of the most lavish planes imaginable. From his Trump Force One personal planes, his Trump Shuttle airline and now his vision for the newest Air Force One - all of them are Boeing and every one of them a luxury plane. VP-BDJ was one of these opulent flying palaces, befitting a brash and flamboyant businessman. Take a closer look at the original Trump Force One.
Inside the Stratolaunch: The United Boeing 747 Behind the Giant Plane
It took 8 years, hundreds of people, 2 of the brightest minds, and 2 United Airlines Boeing 747s to get Stratolaunch to its successful first flight on April 13, 2019. While the future of the massive plane and the dreams of making it a reliable air-based launch platform for delivering payload into space are in question, it undoubtedly is now part of aviation history and one for the record books. The dream of Paul Allen and Burt Rutan also attracted the interest of MotoArt owner Dave Hall so when he found one of the 747s at the Mojave boneyard, he knew for sure he wanted a part of it too.
Ten Awesome Aviation Gifts Your AVGeek Dad Will Love
Shopping for a Father’s Day gift or want to get something special for your favorite AVgeek? Here are ten great aviation gifts any airplane enthusiast will enjoy, chosen by MotoArt PlaneTags owner Dave Hall for Father's Day 2019.
1967 was a notable year in history. The Vietnam war and protests against it, riots and civil unrest, the Cold War heating up, the race to space and the loss of life in the Apollo 1 accident. But it was also arguably one of the most creative times in musical history. The Beatles released Sgt Pepper, Rolling Stone magazine had its first issue, and The Monkees embarked upon a whirlwind tour in a Douglas DC-6. Read more about this plane N90739 and the role she played in the history of rock and roll.
Howard Hughes’ A20G Havoc: A Tough And Dependable Airplane
The Douglas A20 Havoc, also known as DB-7 (Douglas Bomber) among other names, was a light bomber/attack aircraft used in every theater by nearly every Allied nation during WW2. Because of its superior handling during take off and landing, its ease of use with minimal instruction, and its reputation for being tough and dependable it was referred to as a “pilot’s airplane”. It’s no wonder then why SN 43-22197 was a personal plane of famed pilot and aviation pioneer Howard Hughes. And why MotoArt owner Dave Hall was so excited when he came across this plane.
MotoArt's Functional Art: MD-80 Fuselage Bar and DC-8 Cowling Desks
MotoArt was challenged to create three stunning pieces of furniture for a client in the Czech Republic. Check out the DC-8 Cowling Desks and MD-80 Fuselage Bar that were custom made for a very happy customer.
SR71 Blackbird: A New Perspective
MotoArt shares exclusive photos from the production of SR-71 PlaneTags. The photos were taken during the dismantling of the stabilizer and upcycling the airplane parts into beautiful handmade collectible keepsakes.
SR-71 PlaneTag: A Keepsake From An Amazing Aircraft
The Cold War was an era filled with geopolitical strife. Tensions escalated as changes in leadership, mounting espionage, and the threat of nuclear aggression cast a shadow across the globe. During this turmoil, Lockheed’s famed Skunk Works development team was tasked with developing a strategic reconnaissance plane that could not be shot down. Their work launched several innovative aircraft, including the SR-71 Blackbird, which remains to this day the fastest manned, air-breathing aircraft ever. It was an exciting moment, then, when MotoArt owner Dave Hall found out about an SR-71 in his own backyard.
China Airlines A340-300: Luxury and Long-Haul
China Airlines was founded in 1959 with just one C54 and two PBYs. As the 2000’s began, the airline had six A340-300s, including Tail #B-18801. Learn why this luxurious, long-haul plane was vital to China Airlines’ success in expanding its international route.