Trump takes first trip on Qatari-gifted Air Force One
Summary
President Donald Trump is taking his first trip on the new Air Force One, a Boeing 747-8 plane given to the U.S. by Qatar last year. The plane cost $400 million and replaces the old Air Force One that was over 30 years old. The new plane will be used until 2028 when new Boeing planes arrive.Key Facts
- The new Air Force One is a Boeing 747-8 gifted by the Qatari government to the U.S. in 2025.
- It cost $400 million and is designed with special security and features for the president.
- This plane replaces the older military-grade Boeing 747-2 that served presidents for more than 30 years.
- President Trump’s first flight on the new plane was to North Dakota for events celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.
- The older Air Force One was considered outdated compared to the new plane.
- The new plane will remain in use until a new fleet of Boeing planes is delivered to the Air Force in 2028.
- President Trump said the upgrade cost taxpayers very little, as the plane was a gift and only needed modifications.
- The trip included stops like a train ride, a welcome ceremony, and a visit to the Teddy Roosevelt Presidential Library.
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