The Trump administration is arranging for the acquisition of a Boeing 747-8 jumbo jet from the Qatari royal family, intended as a luxury gift to be used as the new Air Force One for presidential travel until Donald Trump completes his term. Following his presidency, the aircraft will reportedly be transferred to the Trump presidential library foundation. According to sources, the transaction will adhere to U.S. and international laws and ethics regulations. The plane’s delivery is anticipated to take some time, and the president is expected to discuss this during his upcoming visit to Qatar.
The initiative to gift this particular aircraft has been under consideration for an extended period. Reports indicate that when the formal offer was made, Trump accepted it enthusiastically. The news of the gift was first reported by ABC News and coincides with Trump’s first international trip of his second term, which includes scheduled stops in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar. During this visit, Trump is expected to deliver a speech and engage with American troops at Al Udeid Air Base, with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth accompanying him.
This marks Trump’s second time choosing Saudi Arabia as the first destination for his international travels—he made a similar choice at the start of his first term in 2017. The combination of diplomatic engagements and ceremonial announcements surrounding the jet highlights the complex relationships between the U.S., Qatar, and surrounding nations in the region. The overarching implications of the gift also raise questions about presidential user ethics and international relations throughout Trump’s presidency.
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