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Trump says new Air Force One will be sent to get ‘maxed out’ for upgrades
NBC News • • general
Key Points:
- President Donald Trump announced that the new Air Force One plane, gifted by Qatar, will be sent for upgrades to enhance its capabilities, though he did not specify the exact nature of the improvements.
- Trump began using the Boeing 747-8 jumbo jet this month but recently flew back from a NATO summit in Turkey on a different presidential aircraft, sparking speculation about the new plane's security readiness.
- The Secret Service reportedly advised Trump to use the older plane for his return from Turkey due to heightened risks related to U.S.-Iran tensions, despite Trump's denial that security concerns influenced his decision.
- The new Air Force One, delivered in 2025 and featuring a distinctive red, white, and dark-blue color scheme, was praised by Trump as a "flying White House" with unmatched luxury.
- The Justice Department subpoenaed four New York Times journalists this month following their reports on security issues related to the new Air Force One.
