The front section of the aircraft is informally called the " White House " , a reference to the president 's official residence in Washington DC . The president 's executive suite includes sleeping quarters with two couches that can be converted into beds , lavatory and shower , vanity , double sink , and a private office , or the president 's " Oval Office aboard Air Force One " . If necessary , the president can address the nation from the office . This capability was added after the September 11 attacks , during which the aircraft had to land at Barksdale Air Force Base for President George W. Bush to address the nation . These offices , including the president 's suite , are mostly located on the starboard ( right ) side , and a long corridor runs along the port ( left ) side . There is an area along the corridor for two Secret Service agents . The aircraft also contains a conference room , originally designed as a situation room , but now used for meeting with staff while traveling . This room includes a 50-inch plasma screen television which can be used for teleconferencing . The aircraft has fully equipped office areas with telecommunication systems ( including 87 telephones and 19 televisions )
September 11 attacks
September 11 attacks
Boeing VC-25