Trump unveils new Air Force One, a converted Qatari 747

Donald Trump unveiled the new, temporary Air Force One, designated VC-25B, at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland on Friday, June 19, 2026. This aircraft replaces one of the two Boeing 747s that have served as presidential transport for over three decades. The VC-25B features a distinctive livery of red, white, dark blue, and gold. The jet, valued at $400 million, was a gift from the Gulf emirate of Qatar. This donation has sparked significant political protest, as it substantially exceeds the $50 limit on unsolicited gifts from a single source within a calendar year. White House officials had previously bid farewell to one of the long-serving presidential 747s the day before the unveiling.