Trump unexpectedly ditches Qatari jet for old Air Force One for ‘old time’s sake,’ reviving scrutiny

🇺🇸 Globe and Mail (US) —
Trump unexpectedly ditches Qatari jet for old Air Force One for ‘old time’s sake,’ reviving scrutiny

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Former U.S. President Trump opted to use the older Air Force One for travel instead of a new $5 billion Qatari jet, citing a desire for soldiers to see the traditional plane. This decision highlights scrutiny over the costly, long-delayed Boeing program for the new aircraft.

Costs on the long-delayed Boeing program have grown to more than US$5-billion. Trump said he would switch back to the older plane ‘so the soldiers can see it

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