The C-40B is a special-mission aircraft that provides airlift with an office-in-the- sky environment for U.S. combatant commanders and other senior government officials. Built for the U.S. Air Force, the 737-700 aircraft is equipped with equipment and capabilities that support a rapid response for global missions. C-40Bs are equipped with the Connexion by Boeing system, providing secure in-flight broadband connectivity -- data/video transmit and receive capability -- to enhance communications, productivity and security. C-40Cs with a similar paint scheme are also based at Scott AFB. They are operated by the 932nd Airlift Wing.
About the 89th Airlift Wing
The 89th Airlift Wing, based near the Washington DC area, provides global Special Air Mission (SAM) airlift, logistics, aerial port and communications for the President, Vice President, Combat Commanders, senior leaders and the global mobility system as tasked by the White House, Chief of Staff of the Air Force and Air Mobility Command. The 89th Airlift Wing maintains 24/7 alert, operating the Executive Airlift Training Center and Government Network Operation Center. C-12, C-21, C-40B, C-40C, C-37, C-38, VC-25, C-130, EA-6B, F-16 and UC-35s are all based at the base. Nearly all mobility aircraft transit the base. In addition, most foreign aircraft on official visits land at Andrews AFB.
