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orangecrush

(29,547 posts)

15. Here's why

Reply to LilElf70 (Original post)

Wed Feb 18, 2026, 09:03 AM

23 hrs ago

"The iconic robin's egg blue and white design of Air Force One,, featuring "United States of America" in Caslon font, was initiated in 1962 during President John F. Kennedy's administration. Designed by industrial designer Raymond Loewy, the scheme replaced a previously "garish" orange-nosed military look to project a more dignified, diplomatic image."

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Air_Force_One

And that was the paint job for 6 decades.

Just like Kennedy Center

Smearing his shit on everything.

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