Traveler stranded in Miami after Air Force One delays her flight
A chance encounter with Air Force One left traveller Alex Hirschi stranded in Miami during her journey from Curaçao to Dallas. The unexpected delay forced her and other passengers to miss their connecting flights. Hirschi, also known for her online presence, later shared details of the rare experience on the runway. Hirschi's trip began with a stopover in Miami, where her flight coincided with the arrival of Air Force One. As the aircraft carrying the U.S. President landed, she witnessed a full security convoy of at least 20 vehicles. Black SUVs, ambulances, and police cars surrounded the plane, creating a spectacle on the tarmac.
The presence of Air Force One caused significant delays, leaving Hirschi and fellow travellers unable to catch their next flights. Despite the setback, she eventually reached Dallas, where she is now filming a modified Ferrari at Gas Monkey Garage. The car will soon be listed for sale on SBX Cars. Air Force One is not a single aircraft but the callsign for any plane carrying the President. The two most famous Boeing 747s used for this role—VC-25A models with tail numbers 28000 and 29000—were delivered in 1990. These planes are usually based at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, though they undergo maintenance at other U.S. Air Force sites. Contrary to popular belief, retired Air Force One aircraft are often repurposed or displayed in museums rather than destroyed.
Hirschi's journey took an unusual turn due to the President's travel plans, but she arrived in Texas to continue her work. The incident also highlighted how Air Force One operations can disrupt commercial flights. Meanwhile, the two iconic Boeing 747s remain in service, though their future may involve new aircraft models.
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