Trump takes first flight on Qatari-gifted Air Force One jet.
President Donald Trump flew aboard a Boeing 747-8 gifted by Qatar for the first time on July 1, 2026, traveling to North Dakota for the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library dedication. The luxury jet, valued at approximately $400 million, underwent security modifications by the U.S. Air Force to serve as a temporary Air Force One until new Boeing planes are delivered in 2028. The gift sparked ethical and legal concerns when announced in 2025.
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Coverage now spans diplomatic optics, security readiness, and operational milestones, with PBS joining public broadcasters in treating the Qatari gift as a completed transaction rather than ongoing controversy, contrasting with outlets still debating its propriety.
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THE LEFT6 outlets · mostly critical
“Trump takes 1st flight on Air Force One gifted by Qatar”
“Trump defends Qatari-gifted Air Force One ahead of maiden flight: 'You can low key it or you can show it'” · Politico, AP News, South China Morning Post, Reuters, Al Jazeera, The Hill, Jerusalem Post, Times of Israel, PBS NewsHour
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