How Kim Jong Un's Family Secretly Travels

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00:00Think Putin's $500 million flying Kremlin is untouchable.

00:03Wait until you see Kim Jong-un rolling out jets worth billions.

00:07From the Chamay-1 with crystal ashtrays to military surveillance planes that rival global superpowers,

00:12his fleet is unmatched.

00:13But out of all of them, there's one jet that even left Putin speechless.

00:16Let me break them down.

00:18Chamay-1.

00:19Picture this.

00:19You board what appears to be a relic from the Soviet era,

00:22expecting Spartan military functionality,

00:25only to step into a scene that would make Versailles blush with envy.

00:28This is exactly what happened when Donald Trump reportedly boarded a similar North Korean aircraft

00:33and was surprised by its plush interior, despite its age.

00:36The Ilyushin Il-62M, affectionately dubbed Chamay-1, meaning Gosshawk-1 after North Korea's national bird,

00:43represents the ultimate contradiction in aviation luxury,

00:46a 46-year-old Soviet workhorse transformed into a flying palace that would make oil shakes weep with pure envy.

00:52Delivered in June 1979, this magnificent beast stretches 174 feet long

00:57with a wingspan that commands respect at 141 feet.

01:01But here's where things get deliciously ironic.

01:03While the exterior screams aging Soviet technology,

01:06the interior whispers sweet nothings of absolute decadence.

01:09We're talking about white leather armchairs and rosewood tables

01:12with gold accents that would make a luxury yacht designer question their career choices.

01:17The piece de resistance, crystal ash trays,

01:19and other lavish fittings, as immortalized in those legendary 2015 Korean Central News Agency photos,

01:26showing Kim working at his desk.

01:27Because nothing says I'm running a nuclear program quite like conducting state business

01:31with a crystal ashtray as your desk accessory.

01:34The interior layout reads like a luxury hotel floor plan,

01:37private cabins for Kim Jong-un,

01:39including a bedroom and office with a desk for in-flight work,

01:42meeting rooms for strategic discussions,

01:44dining area, and possibly a bar.

01:46But let's talk about the technical specifications that make this flying contradiction so fascinating.

01:51Four Soloviev D30KU turbofan engines mounted in twin nacelles near the T-shaped tail provide the thrust,

01:58while the maximum speed of 560 mAh and range of up to 5,700 miles ensure this isn't just a pretty face.

02:05Though one must wonder if Kim ever actually tests that full range,

02:08considering it has never been documented flying its full range,

02:11likely due to maintenance issues under international sanctions.

02:14The jet's most notable appearances read like a greatest hits album of diplomatic theater.

02:19In May 2018, Kim flew Chiang Mai Wan to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in Dalian,

02:25a strategic short hop that showcased the aircraft without risking mechanical failure over longer distances.

02:31Even more intriguingly, the jet carried Kim's sister Kim Yo-jong

02:34and the North Korean delegation to the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea,

02:38using the callsign PRK-615, a diplomatic masterstroke that had aviation enthusiasts and political analysts equally captivated.

02:47The interior design philosophy deserves its own design school course.

02:50We're talking about a mobile command center with advanced communication systems for secure command and control,

02:56allowing Kim to govern or issue orders mid-flight.

02:59Because apparently, running a secretive nuclear state requires the ability to coordinate missile tests

03:04while enjoying the finest Pyongyang has to offer at 39,000 feet.

03:08The juxtaposition is almost poetic.

03:10Cutting-edge communications equipment nestled between gold-accented fixtures and walnut paneling

03:15that would make a British gentleman's club weep with inadequacy.

03:18What makes this aircraft truly remarkable isn't just its luxury appointments,

03:22but the sheer audacity of its existence.

03:24Here's a plane that's older than most of its passengers,

03:26operated exclusively by Air Corio's military-trained crew with strict protocols to prevent foreign access or espionage,

03:33yet somehow manages to project more opulence per square foot than aircraft costing ten times as much.

03:39It's the aviation equivalent of finding a Rolls-Royce engine in a classic Volkswagen Beetle,

03:43unexpected, impressive and slightly bewildering all at once.

03:46But here's where our story takes an even more intriguing turn,

03:49as Kim's collection extends far beyond this singular masterpiece.

03:53Antonov and 148.

04:16Antonov and 148.

28:34how functional necessity can be elevated to executive standards. A small meeting space

28:39seats four or eight at a wooden table with leather chairs, equipped with multifunction displays for

28:44briefings or tracking logistics, creating an environment where complex cargo coordination

28:49can be managed with both technical sophistication and environmental comfort. The ability to conduct

28:55high-level briefings while simultaneously overseeing the loading of armoured limousines

28:59represents logistics coordination elevated to an art form. The aircraft's most impressive

29:04operational moments showcased this unique combination of industrial capability and VIP luxury.

29:09In June 2018, an IL-76 cargo jet accompanied Kim Jong-un's borrowed Air China Boeing 747 to

29:16Singapore, carrying his armoured limousine and security equipment, demonstrating seamless

29:20coordination between passenger and cargo luxury operations. In February 2019, an IL-76 delivered

29:27Kim's Mercedes-Benz limousine and security detail to Hanoi's Noi Bai International Airport, supporting

29:32his train journey for the Trump summit with logistics precision that made international security

29:37coordinators nod approvingly. The performance specifications of this luxury logistics platform

29:42ensure that cargo operations never compromise operational flexibility. With four Soloviev D-30KP

29:48turbofans providing maximum speed of 850 kmAh and cruising speed of 7 to 5800 kmAh, this aircraft can keep pace

29:56with passenger jets while carrying massive cargo loads. The range of approximately 5,000 kmU with 40-ton payload

30:03means that Kim's logistics support can accompany him on most international trips without requiring separate

30:08coordination or intermediate stops for refuelling. What makes this aircraft particularly remarkable is how it

30:14represents Kim's systematic approach to luxury aviation. Even the most utilitarian aspects of international travel

30:20are executed with standards that would make most world leaders envious. The fact that Kim maintains cargo aircraft

30:26to luxury standards speaks to a level of comprehensive excellence that extends beyond mere transportation

30:32into the realm of operational philosophy. The basic medical corner included for emergencies reflecting

30:37Kim's health concerns ensures that even cargo flights can accommodate medical considerations with appropriate

30:42luxury and privacy standards. The dining facilities aboard this logistics luxury platform maintain the same

30:48gourmet standards as Kim's passenger aircraft. A compact dining area with fine china and crystal glassware serves gourmet meals,

30:55likely North Korean specialties and imported delicacies sourced via diplomatic channels, while a minibar

31:00stocks premium liquors aligning with Kim's reported tastes. The ability to conduct diplomatic

31:05entertaining aboard a cargo aircraft while simultaneously coordinating complex logistics operations represents

31:11the ultimate fusion of luxury and functionality in aviation. This comprehensive approach to luxury

31:16aviation, from passenger jets to military surveillance platforms to cargo aircraft, demonstrates Kim Jong-un's

31:22understanding that true luxury isn't just about individual comfort, but about maintaining exacting

31:27standards across every aspect of operations. When your cargo planes include VIP suites and your

31:33surveillance aircraft feature dining areas with crystal glassware, you're not just operating an aircraft

31:38fleet, you're projecting power through systematic excellence that extends to every detail of international

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