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President Trump’s planned acceptance of a $400 million jet from the Qatari government raises a series of ethical and national security concerns, as the commander in chief turns to the polarizing
Qatari officials said the plane was being given by the Qatari Ministry of Defense to the Pentagon but Trump said the Boeing 747-8 jet will be used as Air Force One—the official presidential plane and according to multiple reports, after he leaves office, it will be transferred to the Trump presidential library foundation.
President Donald Trump’s long-held fascination with the world of aviation is proving a useful tool for governments and companies seeking to win his favor. The US president is a noted aviation buff — branding his personal Boeing 757 “Trump Force One” and seeking to acquire a Qatari luxury jet to serve as a the new presidential aircraft.
Donald Trump attended Qatar Airways' signing ceremony for an order of five Boeing 777F aircraft at the White House.
Boeing is poised to receive a substantial order from Qatar Airways, which is part of Trump's plan to boost U.S. manufacturing.
Qatar Airways is putting the final touches on an order for around 100 Boeing widebody jets, according to people familiar with deliberations.
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President Donald Trump rejected an ABC reporter's question about receiving a jet from Qatar on Monday, saying it would be "stupid" not to accept it.
AviLease announces order for 20 Boeing 737-8 and 10 options. The order has now been placed, confirming our initial report based on Bloomberg sources. Saudi Arabia has placed a significant order with Boeing during US President Donald Trump's upcoming visit to the country.
President Donald Trump's long-held fascination with the world of aviation is proving a useful tool for governments and companies seeking to win his favor.
Schumer also called on Attorney General Pam Bondi to testify before Congress and answer a number of questions related to the potential gift.