President Trump Unveils New Air Force One Jet Gifted by Qatar

On June 19, 2026, President Donald Trump unveiled a new Air Force One jet, a Boeing 747, which was gifted by the Qatari government. The unveiling took place at Joint Base Andrews, where Trump announced that the jet would be used for a ceremonial flyover in Washington on July 4 to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States. The new aircraft features a red, white, and dark-blue color scheme, differing from the previous model's lighter blue. Trump described the jet as 'the largest and the greatest in every aspect' and a 'flying White House at a level of luxury no one has ever seen before.' The aircraft, valued at approximately $400 million, is expected to incur additional costs exceeding $1 billion for necessary upgrades. The Qatari government's involvement has drawn bipartisan criticism regarding the appropriateness of the gift, raising security and ethical concerns. The Air Force stated that the plane is now a 'secure, modified executive platform' and will help alleviate pressure on the existing presidential fleet.