Reports about Trump's preference for the new Boeing 747 and the challenges of preparing it for security
Quick Look
Press reports indicated that President Trump prefers to use a new Boeing 747 aircraft donated by Qatar, despite the continued reliance on old presidential aircraft equipped with security, amid questions about the costs of future security equipment for the new aircraft.
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Why It Matters
US presidents have been using Boeing 747-200B aircraft for decades. So far, $400 million has been spent on equipping the new aircraft.
The Washington Post reported that presidents have been using reinforced Boeing 747-200B aircraft for decades, equipped with all safety features. However, Trump prefers the new Boeing 747, a “gift” from Qatar.
The United States spent $400 million on equipping this new aircraft. The US administration did not disclose the amount of additional funds planned to be allocated in the coming months.
The Washington Post indicated that the installation of security systems may begin this fall, but the White House has not yet issued a plan in this regard. These works are likely to be carried out after the midterm congressional elections in November.
The New York Times reported last July that Trump's new plane may not be equipped with a missile defense system, which explains the use of the old plane when he left the NATO summit in Ankara.
Later, because of this article, a number of New York Times journalists were summoned to court.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Security systems installation work will begin in the fall
Possible · Within months
Open Questions
- What is the final total cost of outfitting the aircraft?
- When will the installation of missile defense systems be completed?
