What happens to the government if a major attack occurs?

Nature · Published 3 October 2026 Swipe more like this →

In short: This National Geographic film offers an exclusive look at the federal government's ultimate failsafe: the doomsday plane.

The video explores the specialized aircraft designed to ensure continuity of government in the event of a national attack. It provides a rare, inside view of this high-stakes survival mechanism.

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