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Graphics: Here's what it will take to transform the Qatari jet into Air Force One

fromtime.com

Trump Administration Accepts Qatar's Jet Gift

Pentagon accepted a luxury airliner from Qatar for potential use as Air Force One, prompting security and ethical concerns.

fromeuronews

US Defence Department accepts Boeing 747 from Qatar for Trump's use

The U.S. accepted a Boeing 747 as a gift from Qatar for use as Air Force One, prompting legal and ethical questions.

US accepts $400M jet from Qatar, will be used as Trump's official plane

The US accepted a 747 from Qatar as a gift for President Trump, raising legal and ethical concerns.

US politics

Standing by in San Antonio: the luxury plane from Qatar intended to replace Air Force One

fromThe Washington Post

5 days ago

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U.S., Qatar days away from final agreement on Air Force One gift

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Graphics: Here's what it will take to transform the Qatari jet into Air Force One

fromtime.com

Trump Administration Accepts Qatar's Jet Gift

Pentagon accepted a luxury airliner from Qatar for potential use as Air Force One, prompting security and ethical concerns.

fromeuronews

US Defence Department accepts Boeing 747 from Qatar for Trump's use

The U.S. accepted a Boeing 747 as a gift from Qatar for use as Air Force One, prompting legal and ethical questions.

US accepts $400M jet from Qatar, will be used as Trump's official plane

The US accepted a 747 from Qatar as a gift for President Trump, raising legal and ethical concerns.

US politics

Standing by in San Antonio: the luxury plane from Qatar intended to replace Air Force One

The Pentagon Had a Budget Surplus. Guess What Trump Decided to Do With It.

The Pentagon reallocates funds for Sentinel's cost overruns to convert a luxury plane into Air Force One, sidelining urgent military needs.

4 weeks ago

US Air Force will shift funds from a nuclear missile program for $400 million refit on Trump's Qatar jet

The US Air Force will use excess funds to refurbish a 747 jet gifted by Qatar for presidential use.

#trump

fromMiami Herald

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Trump is visiting 'Alligator Alcatraz.' Could Air Force One land in the Everglades?

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Trump laments size of much too big' airplane gifted by Qatar

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The US Air Force has been tasked with modifying the Qatari jet gifted to Trump. It could cost $1B to upgrade.

US politics

I Probably Shouldn't Be Breaking That Story': Republican Senator Hints at Plan for New Air Force One on CNN

NYC politics

Qatar's lavish gift for Don: Letters to the Editor - May 20, 2025

Qatar's $400 million jet gift to Trump raises ethical concerns, suggesting potential corruption and legal implications surrounding acceptance and ownership.

fromFast Company

Trump wants Air Force One to be a 'palace in the sky,' but it represents much more than that

Trump's acceptance of a $400 million plane from Qatar raises ethical concerns and departs from traditional presidential aircraft customs.

fromMiami Herald

US politics

Trump is visiting 'Alligator Alcatraz.' Could Air Force One land in the Everglades?

US politics

Trump laments size of much too big' airplane gifted by Qatar

The US Air Force has been tasked with modifying the Qatari jet gifted to Trump. It could cost $1B to upgrade.

US Air Force plans to modify a gifted Boeing 747-8 jet for presidential use, raising cost and ethical concerns.

Potential modification costs for the jet could exceed $1 billion, according to critics.

US politics

I Probably Shouldn't Be Breaking That Story': Republican Senator Hints at Plan for New Air Force One on CNN

NYC politics

Qatar's lavish gift for Don: Letters to the Editor - May 20, 2025

fromFast Company

Trump wants Air Force One to be a 'palace in the sky,' but it represents much more than that

Trump's acceptance of a $400 million plane from Qatar raises ethical concerns and departs from traditional presidential aircraft customs.

US politics

Transforming Qatar's jet gift into Air Force One would take time. But can Trump wait?

fromThe Washington Post

Washington DC

Trump's Air Force One deal with Qatar not final, despite U.S. claims

US politics

Fox's Brett Baier Stunned By Trump Stamina In New Interview

fromNew York Magazine

US politics

The Curse of the Plane Qatar Is Giving Trump

fromThe New Yorker

The Mideast Is Donald Trump's Safe Place

Trump's emphasis on upgrading Air Force One was driven by envy of newer planes from other countries rather than national security concerns.

Fox Host Criticizes Trump for Accepting Plane from Qatari Royals: It's Wrong'

Trump's acceptance of a $400 million jet from Qatar raises ethical concerns, especially given his business ties to the country.

fromFast Company

US politics

Transforming Qatar's jet gift into Air Force One would take time. But can Trump wait?

fromThe Washington Post

Washington DC

Trump's Air Force One deal with Qatar not final, despite U.S. claims

US politics

Fox's Brett Baier Stunned By Trump Stamina In New Interview

fromNew York Magazine

US politics

The Curse of the Plane Qatar Is Giving Trump

fromThe New Yorker

US politics

The Mideast Is Donald Trump's Safe Place

Fox Host Criticizes Trump for Accepting Plane from Qatari Royals: It's Wrong'

Trump's acceptance of a $400 million jet from Qatar raises ethical concerns, especially given his business ties to the country.

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Cost to ready Qatar's gifted jet for Air Force One duty may be much lower than expected, Air Force secretary says

The costs of modifying a luxury jet gifted by Qatar to the Trump administration to serve as an interim Air Force One for the president could be less than expected, the US Air Force secretary said this week.

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fromwww.ocregister.com

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You might be surprised by how old Air Force One is

Washington DC

Trump 'disappointed' in Boeing for slow Air Force One delivery after Qatar plane offer raises eyebrows

US politics

Trump might get the new Air Force One while he's still president after all

3 months ago

US politics

The long-delayed Air Force One is one of the most expensive, complex planes in the world. Here's what makes the presidential plane unique.

fromwww.nytimes.com

4 months ago

As Trump Seeks New Air Force One Planes, Security Requirements Are Eased

The Trump administration eased security requirements for Boeing's Air Force One project to expedite hiring and meet project deadlines.

5 months ago

Tech industry

Boeing CEO praises Elon Musk for helping with the delayed Air Force One delivery: 'He's a brilliant guy'

fromwww.ocregister.com

US politics

You might be surprised by how old Air Force One is

Trump 'disappointed' in Boeing for slow Air Force One delivery after Qatar plane offer raises eyebrows

Trump expresses disappointment in Boeing's delay of Air Force One refurbishment while acknowledging Qatar's offer of a luxury jet.

US politics

Trump might get the new Air Force One while he's still president after all

3 months ago

US politics

The long-delayed Air Force One is one of the most expensive, complex planes in the world. Here's what makes the presidential plane unique.

fromwww.nytimes.com

4 months ago

As Trump Seeks New Air Force One Planes, Security Requirements Are Eased

The Trump administration eased security requirements for Boeing's Air Force One project to expedite hiring and meet project deadlines.

5 months ago

Tech industry

Boeing CEO praises Elon Musk for helping with the delayed Air Force One delivery: 'He's a brilliant guy'

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Trump administration officially accepts jet from Qatar for use as Air Force One

The plane, worth hundreds of millions of dollars, is a gift that Trump said he would be 'stupid' to turn down, suggesting a quick conversion for use.

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fromwww.denverpost.com

Defense Department accepts Boeing 747 from Qatar for Trump's use

Trump accepts a gifted Boeing 747 from Qatar for Air Force One, raising constitutional and security concerns.

#trump-administration

Trump administration accepts jet from Qatar for possible use as Air Force One

Trump's administration accepted a Boeing 747 from Qatar, sparking bipartisan criticism over potential safety risks and motives for the gift.

See inside Qatar's lavish Boeing 747 business jet that may become Trump's new Air Force One

The Trump administration plans to acquire a gifted Boeing 747-8 from Qatar, enhancing the Air Force One fleet with a luxurious aircraft.

Trump Made the First Move for Jet Gift' From Qataris: Report

Trump's claim that Qatar gifted a plane is contradicted by sources indicating the U.S. initiated the acquisition talks.

fromTheregister

President Trump's Qatari 747 is a flying security disaster

The Trump administration is accepting a luxury 747-8 from Qatar as temporary Air Force One, raising security and ethical concerns.

A free plane? Trump's Air Force One plan could be an expensive 'security nightmare.'

Trump plans to use a luxury 747 from Qatar as Air Force One amid security concerns.

fromMail Online

Inside Trump's $400m 'palace in the sky' gifted from Qatar

The Trump Administration has accepted a luxury Boeing 747 from Qatar, equipped with extensive amenities for use as a temporary Air Force One.

Trump administration accepts jet from Qatar for possible use as Air Force One

Trump's administration accepted a Boeing 747 from Qatar, sparking bipartisan criticism over potential safety risks and motives for the gift.

See inside Qatar's lavish Boeing 747 business jet that may become Trump's new Air Force One

The Trump administration plans to acquire a gifted Boeing 747-8 from Qatar, enhancing the Air Force One fleet with a luxurious aircraft.

Trump Made the First Move for Jet Gift' From Qataris: Report

Trump's claim that Qatar gifted a plane is contradicted by sources indicating the U.S. initiated the acquisition talks.

fromTheregister

President Trump's Qatari 747 is a flying security disaster

The Trump administration is accepting a luxury 747-8 from Qatar as temporary Air Force One, raising security and ethical concerns.

A free plane? Trump's Air Force One plan could be an expensive 'security nightmare.'

Trump plans to use a luxury 747 from Qatar as Air Force One amid security concerns.

fromMail Online

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Inside Trump's $400m 'palace in the sky' gifted from Qatar

The Trump Administration has accepted a luxury Boeing 747 from Qatar, equipped with extensive amenities for use as a temporary Air Force One.

'SNL' mocks Trump and the pushback to Qatar's proposed Air Force One gift

SNL humorously critiqued Trump's Middle East trip and the controversy over a potential Qatari jet gift as Air Force One.

fromAdvocate.com

Boo-hoo! A petulant Trump whines about flying on the majestic Air Force One

My horrible experience pales in comparison to what Donald Trump has to deal with when he flies on renowned Air Force One.

Washington DC

fromNBC News

Turning Qatari 747 into Air Force One could cost $1 billion and take years, experts say

Refurbishing a Qatari 747 into Air Force One may exceed $1 billion and take years, with questionable financial sense.

NEW POLL: Trump Taking $400M Jet from Qatar Is Unacceptable,' Americans Say by Whopping Margin

A poll shows a majority of Americans find it unacceptable for Trump's administration to accept a $400 million jet from Qatar.

Rand Paul Urges Trump to Reject Plane from Qatar: It's a Mistake'

Sen. Rand Paul urges Trump to reject a $400 million gift jet from Qatar to avoid ethical concerns and potential constitutional violations.

Ethics experts worry about the implications of Trump accepting Qatar's luxury plane

The Trump administration's potential acceptance of a Qatari plane as Air Force One raises constitutional concerns regarding the Emoluments Clause.

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fromBoston.com

Trump, pressed on Qatari jet, says only 'stupid' people reject gifts

Trump dismissed ethical concerns over accepting a luxury jet from Qatar, claiming only a 'stupid' person would refuse such an offer.

4 months ago

Trump Confronted on Air Force One Over Fox News Interview Says The Plane Is Landing' Mid-Answer

Trump avoided directly predicting a recession but highlighted his confidence in the economy's growth through tariffs.