Marine One & MV-22 Osprey Presidential HMX-1 Helicopters Takeoff & Landing - President Trump

08-01-2026 HMX-1 Two VH‑3 “Marine One” Helicopters & Four Presidential MV-22 Osprey's Taxing Out, Takeoff & Landing & Surprise Night Flight of two SH-3's. Practice Run for President Donald J. Trump arrival on Tuesday. NIGHTHAWK flight of 2, VH-3D SEAKINGS from HMX-1, #159356/hex AE0868 & #159359/hex AE086B depart BUR in route to LAX for the presidential arrival & pickup. NIGHTHAWK flight of 4, MV-22B OSPREY's from HMX-1, #168324 /03-3/ hex AE53F4, #168701 /13-4/ hex AE6AA8 & #168284 /02-8/ hex AE4E72 depart BUR in route to LAX for the presidential arrival & pickup. Not 100% of the other MV-22B Registration # Marine One is the call sign of any United States Marine Corps aircraft carrying the president of the United States. It usually denotes a helicopter operated by Marine Helicopter Squadron One (HMX-1) "Nighthawks", consisting of either the large Sikorsky VH-3D Sea King or the newer, smaller VH-60N "White Hawk". Both helicopters are called "White Tops" because of their livery. Any Marine Corps aircraft carrying the vice president of the United States without the president has the call sign Marine Two. Operations by "Greenside", which is the rest of HMX-1, include operational test and evaluation, such as with the V-22, a vertical take-off and landing tiltrotor aircraft, and support of exercises and training evolutions for the Marine Corps Combat Development Command at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia. VH‑3 Presidential Helicopter The VH‑3 is the Sikorsky Sea King helicopter that has served as “Marine One” — the U.S. Marine Corps’ official presidential transport — since the early 1960s, carrying every U.S. president from John F. Kennedy through Donald Trump. Role and History The VH‑3 began in the presidential airlift role shortly after its Navy service as an antisubmarine helicopter. The first presidential helicopter flights used Bell UH‑13J Sioux aircraft in 1957 for President Eisenhower, but the Sikorsky H‑34 Choctaw was adopted in 1958, replaced by the VH‑3A Sea King in 1961. The VH‑3A was upgraded to the VH‑3D in 1976, and later joined by the smaller VH‑60N Black Hawk in 1987. When the president is aboard, the helicopter’s call sign is Marine One; if the vice president is aboard without the president, it is “Marine Two” Wikipedia. The aircraft is painted in the distinctive green‑and‑white “White Top” livery and is equipped with luxury and safety features such as carpeting, a wet bar, lavatory, soundproofing, and armored systems NHHC. Notable Service The VH‑3 has flown every president, including historic moments such as Richard Nixon’s resignation in 1974, when he stepped off Marine One with a “V” for victory www.twz.com. It has also traveled worldwide, supporting the president’s official duties and ceremonial events www.twz.com. Replacement and Retirement The VH‑3’s long service ended in 2021 (HAS NOT ENDED), when Donald Trump boarded the last VH‑3D for retirement. The Sikorsky VH‑92A Patriot, selected in the 2009 Presidential Helicopter Replacement Program (VXX), is replacing the VH‑3D and VH‑60N fleets. Key Facts Manufacturer: Sikorsky (Sea King variant) NHHC First presidential use: 1961 (VH‑3A) Current variant in service: VH‑3D (retired 2021) NOTE: Still using as you can see in video 08-01-2026 Replacement: Sikorsky VH‑92A Patriot In short, the VH‑3 is one of the most iconic symbols of U.S. presidential service, having provided secure, comfortable, and reliable transport for the nation’s leaders for over six decades. In 2024, Vice President Kamala Harris was seen boarding an HMX‑1 MV‑22 “Green Top” during the Democratic National Convention, marking one of the first high‑profile uses of the Osprey for executive travel. While the President’s primary aircraft remains the VH‑92A, the MV‑22’s versatility allows it to operate from the White House lawn, naval vessels, or other forward locations. MV‑22 Osprey Capabilities The MV‑22B Osprey combines the vertical take‑off and landing (VTOL) of a helicopter with the speed and range of a fixed‑wing aircraft. It can operate from short or unprepared surfaces Carry multiple VIP passengers with secure communications and self‑protection systems. Transition between helicopter and airplane modes for long‑range, high‑speed travel For presidential use, the MV‑22 is outfitted with advanced communications, security, and VIP accommodations, enabling rapid, safe, and flexible travel to destinations inaccessible to conventional aircraft.