The Trump administration is gearing up to accept an extravagant Boeing 747-8 jumbo jet as a gift from the royal family of Qatar. This luxurious aircraft is designated to become the new Air Force One, used for presidential travel by President Donald Trump until just before he leaves office. According to four sources familiar with the planning, this significant arrangement is set to unfold in the coming weeks.
Two of the sources confirmed that ownership of the jet will eventually be transferred to the Trump presidential library foundation once Trump concludes his second term. This move adheres to both U.S. and international laws, ensuring compliance with ethical guidelines. One official noted that while the delivery of the plane may take some time, President Trump is expected to discuss the details of this arrangement during his upcoming visit to Qatar this week.
The idea of gifting this specific Boeing 747-8 has been in circulation for quite some time. When the formal offer was presented recently, it was reported that the president “happily accepted.” ABC News was the first to report on this remarkable gift, which adds a new chapter to the history of presidential aircraft.
This gift comes ahead of Trump’s first foreign trip of his second term, which includes visits to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar. During his time in Qatar, Trump is scheduled to deliver a speech and engage with American troops stationed at the Al Udeid Air Base. According to two U.S. officials, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is expected to accompany Trump during his visit to the base.
This marks the second time President Trump has chosen to visit Saudi Arabia for his inaugural foreign trip. He made the same choice during his first term in 2017, reinforcing the strategic partnership between the United States and the kingdom.
As the Trump administration prepares for this significant transition in presidential travel, the acceptance of the Boeing 747-8 from Qatar not only symbolizes luxury but also highlights the evolving diplomatic relations between the U.S. and the Middle East.
