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The Boston Globe
Trump's Air Force One prep underway
President Trump prioritized quickly retrofitting a donated Qatari Boeing 747-8 into a private presidential aircraft to meet his desire for an impressive plane, resulting in a compressed eight-month overhaul. The rapid modifications, including safety trade-offs and cost increases, raised concerns about reduced security features compared to standard Air Force One jets. The aircraft was eventually slated for further upgrades and may be taken out of service due to potential vulnerabilities, highlighting the risks taken to fulfill Trump's demand for grandeur.
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