Military unveils new $400 million Air Force One plane gifted by Qatar
Summary
The U.S. Air Force revealed a new Boeing 747-8 plane that will serve as the next Air Force One, a gift from the Qatari government valued at $400 million. The plane will begin test flights soon and is equipped with advanced technology to safely transport President Donald Trump.Key Facts
- The new Air Force One is a Boeing 747-8 jet given to the U.S. by Qatar.
- It cost $400 million and has luxury interiors like leather seats and wood paneling.
- The plane is currently at Joint Base Andrews near Washington, D.C.
- It will undergo commissioning flights before officially serving the president.
- The Air Force trained crews last year using a leased 747-8 model.
- A full mock-up of the plane’s interior was made for training purposes.
- President Trump traveled home on an older 747-200 model plane that has been in service for over 30 years.
- The Qatari gift plane will be used until new Boeing planes arrive in 2028.
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