Aviationtag has launched a unique collaboration with Iron Maiden. The company now offers pieces of the band’s famous Boeing 747 aircraft.
“Aviationtag x Iron Maiden Ed Force One Edition is here! Made from the original Boeing 747 that flew Iron Maiden worldwide in 2016—with Bruce Dickinson at the controls,” the official announcement stated. “Now’s your chance to own a real piece of this legendary aircraft. Act fast—these won’t last long!”
Bruce Dickinson, Iron Maiden’s frontman and licensed commercial pilot, reflected on the iconic aircraft. “She always behaved like the Queen Of The Skies that the 747 will always be,” he said. “There will never be another to occupy her throne. The power, the noise of those 4 engines, the featherlight touchdowns (not my fault — blame good design) and her airborne elegance put the 747 in a unique category.”
The Ed Force One Boeing 747 transported the band during their 2016 world tour. Dickinson personally piloted the plane between concert venues.
This unique offering stands as a significant piece of both aviation and rock history. The aircraft was instrumental in the band’s global touring capabilities.
Research by Simple Flying revealed that Air France originally operated the Boeing 747-400 (registration TF-AAK). The aircraft was later leased to Iron Maiden for their ‘Book of Souls’ world tour.
The band’s journey with customized aircraft began in 2008. Gauge Master Retail documented how their first Boeing 757-200, also named ‘Ed Force One,’ revolutionized their equipment and crew transportation methods.
SlashGear highlighted the significant advantages of the Boeing 747-400 version. The upgraded aircraft could carry one of the world’s loudest sound systems. Its capacity also accommodated the band’s elaborate stage setups.
The conversion of this historic aircraft into collectible tags creates a unique opportunity. Fans can now own a piece of both aviation and rock music history. This transformation marks the final chapter for one of rock’s most iconic tour planes.
