L3 Harris tapped to modify Qatari jet as potential new Air Force One after years of Boeing delays
- President Donald Trump assigned L3Harris Technologies to refurbish a Boeing 747 formerly owned by Qatar as an interim Air Force One replacement in 2025 due to Boeing delays.
- This decision followed Boeing's ongoing delays in delivering two customized 747-8 jets under a $3.9 billion contract originally scheduled for 2024, with test flights postponed to March 2025.
- Boeing's delays resulted from COVID-19 impacts, supplier transitions, manpower limits, wiring design challenges, and slower test execution rates, significantly pushing back project timelines.
- Trump voiced his dissatisfaction with Boeing's progress, suggesting that alternative options might be considered due to the delays. Meanwhile, Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg confirmed the setbacks and mentioned that Elon Musk has been assisting in overcoming obstacles to speed up the delivery of the aircraft.
- The refurbishment aims to provide a presidential mission-ready plane by late 2025, highlighting unresolved production issues and Trump's readiness to explore alternatives for timely presidential air transport.
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Trump orders custom Air Force One but 'the Gulf version' with gold spiral staircase - Daily Star
President Trump has bought a new custom aircraft, previously owned by the Qatari government and once on the market for a cool $400million, to act as a stand-in for his 'aging Air Force One'
See Inside Trump’s Lavish New Air Force One Complete with Gold Walls and Opulent Furnishings - News Addicts
This is a first look inside the ritzy $400 million plane President Trump is working to renovate after giving up hope that Boeing could hand over a revamped Air Force One while he’s still in office. The commander in chief will be traveling in style — as the Boeing 747 once owned by the Qatari […] The post See Inside Trump’s Lavish New Air Force One Complete with Gold Walls and Opulent Furnishings appeared first on News Addicts.
Donald Trump's new plan is wrapped in gold
Donald Trump is tired of waiting. He is now planning to convert a luxury private jet into his new presidential jet, according to information to the Wall Street Journal. The new plane is reminiscent of Trump's redesigned Oval Office and his private residence – it is covered in gold, writes the Daily Mail.
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