Palaces In The Sky: How World Leaders’ Aircraft Choices Reveal National Priorities

An aircraft carrying the head of state or whoever holds the real reins of power is very high profile. Various countries choose to fly different aircraft for a whole range of security, domestic signaling, and geopolitical reasons. In some countries, it is considered important for the national leader to lead by example and travel without fanfare, somewhat modestly demonstrating egalitarianism in society.