Air Force One: Presidential Wings

In "Mr. President," Ed Parsons turns his lens toward one of the most recognizable and heavily guarded symbols of global power: the presidential transport aircraft of the United States. This gallery offers a rare, captivating look at the iconic blue-and-white executive jets that carry the Commander-in-Chief across the globe. The exhibition captures the majestic, unmistakable silhouette of the Boeing VC-25 (the military version of the Boeing 747 universally known as Air Force One), as well as the supporting fleet of transport and security aircraft that accompany the presidential entourage. Parsons’ photography highlights the immaculate livery, the massive scale of the wide-body airframes, and the palpable gravity that surrounds these flying White Houses whenever they touch down on foreign or domestic soil. "Mr. President" is a study in the intersection of aviation, diplomacy, and security. From the gleaming polished metal and presidential seal to the tight ring of tactical support, Parsons captures the unique aura of an aircraft that serves as an airborne Oval Office and a floating embassy of the United States.