A Boeing 747-8 has arrived to serve as Air Force One for the resident of the White House.
The $400 million luxury jet is a gift from the Qatari government last year, and underwent renovations to provide the services a president might need.
President Donald Trump was on hand at Joint Base Andrews, the military base that has served as a president’s airport, and said, “There will never be one like this. This is very unique. This is considered the world’s most luxurious plane. When it was built, it was built at a level that will probably never be seen again.”
The VC-25B Bridge aircraft has officially arrived at Joint Base Andrews!
More info: https://t.co/xhurcI0mjL pic.twitter.com/zyUpB99jqm
— U.S. Air Force (@usairforce) June 19, 2026
🚨🇺🇸 NEW AIR FORCE ONE UNVEILED AT JOINT BASE ANDREWS! 🔥
President Trump’s updated paint scheme is officially here, bold red, white, gold, and dark blue livery that screams American strength and excellence. No more weak light blue.
This is what winning and respect for our… pic.twitter.com/r4LHOpV1Lx
— Gunther Eagleman™ (@GuntherEagleman) June 19, 2026
🚨 NOW: President Trump gives a shoutout to @ElonMusk for outfitting the new Air Force One with STARLINK
“We have communication equipment up there that’s NOBODY’S ever seen before! It’s the highest level. Including Starlink! My friend Elon is going to be VERY happy.” pic.twitter.com/HEM2yJtfQR
— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) June 19, 2026
The Air Force confirmed the jet aircraft, larger than previous units that served as Air Force One, soon will be embarking on “commissioning flights,” its “final exam” before it can be used to transport the president.
“Fresh from receiving its new red, white, and blue livery and the final government modifications, the aircraft has entered service to provide critical, secure continuity for the commander in chief,” the Air Force said.
The military described the new transport as “safe, secure and equipped with the most advanced technologies necessary to meet the requirements of the presidential mission.”
The plane will is replacing the military-grade 747-2 that has served presidents for more than 30 years.
Trump was clear that he approved of the gift.
“Why should our military, and therefore our taxpayers, be forced to pay hundreds of millions of Dollars when they can get it for FREE from a country that wants to reward us for a job well done,”Trump said on social media. “Only a FOOL would not accept this gift on behalf of our Country.”
