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Trump's Texas trip delayed after emergency slide deploys on new Air Force One on tarmac
CBS News • • general
Key Points:
- President Trump's departure to Texas was delayed when an inflatable emergency slide on the new Qatar-gifted Air Force One unexpectedly deployed on the tarmac before boarding.
- The incident occurred at Joint Base Andrews as Trump was transitioning from Marine One to Air Force One; the old Air Force One arrived as a backup.
- Trump stated the slide was being checked as a safety feature and denied any security concerns, emphasizing the need to ensure everything worked perfectly.
- The slide was deflated and removed, allowing the plane to take off without further issues.
- The new Air Force One has faced intermittent service since its unveiling, with the president continuing to use the old plane during ongoing security enhancements.
