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Trump flies partway home from Turkey in an old Air Force One, not the new Qatari-gifted jet
Summary by The Pearland Editorial Desk Michelle L. Price And Konstantin Toropin, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 8, 2026
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Key points Further information on this story can be found through KPRC 2, including details on the stop at a US base and the President's comments on the matter. The US spent a significant amount to retrofit a new aircraft, but it was not used for the entire trip back from a summit.
A recent development in the President's travel arrangements has raised some questions. The US spent a significant amount to retrofit a new aircraft, but it was not used for the entire trip back from a summit.
Security concerns are being discussed due to some missing equipment on the new plane. The President's decision to switch planes was unexpected and little explanation was given.
Further information on this story can be found through KPRC 2, including details on the stop at a US base and the President's comments on the matter.
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Category: local Published: July 8, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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