U.S. Defense accepts Qatar Boeing jet for Presidential travel
Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 3:21 pm
In a move that reads like a diplomatic oddity, the U.S. Defense Department has accepted a Boeing 747 jet gifted by Qatar for modifications to serve as Air Force One. Officials promise rigorous security measures, adding a curious twist to presidential travel arrangements that blend international flair with practical necessity.
The Defense Department will “work to ensure proper security measures” on the aircraft to make it safe for use by the president, Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said.
Defense Department accepts Boeing 747 from Qatar for Trump’s use CP24
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