Trump unveils new Air Force One, a gift from Qatar, and admits 'a normal president wouldn’t do this'

Key Points:

• The new presidential aircraft features a bold navy blue and red exterior, replacing the traditional Kennedy-era light blue design, with the presidential seal on the left side and a large American flag on the tail.
• Former President Trump praised the plane's luxury and announced he would use it for upcoming international trips, including the NATO summit in Turkey and possibly the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in China.
• The plane, a luxury Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar, serves as a temporary presidential aircraft until new jets ordered from Boeing, delayed until 2028, are delivered.
• The Air Force confirmed the Qatari plane meets rigorous security standards, with modifications costing under $400 million, and that the older VC-25A planes will remain in service alongside the new aircraft.
• The new color scheme reflects Trump's preferences, reversing Biden-era changes, and will extend to other government jets carrying top officials, emphasizing a consistent red, white, and navy theme.