White House speeds security upgrades on Trump’s new Air Force One amid domestic flight plans

The White House is rushing fall upgrades to the Qatar-donated, retrofitted Air Force One after security concerns were raised, with officials saying the jet will be safe for Trump to fly domestically—and potentially on low‑risk international trips—before the enhancements are finished. Aviation experts doubt a significant refresh can be completed in about 30 days. The plane is intended as a temporary bridge until two new Boeing 747 Air Force Ones arrive in 2028, and Trump’s travel plans (including potential Ireland or China trips) depend on completing the upgrades. Two sources familiar with the matter noted the ongoing assessment of security needs, while the White House asserted the aircraft is “perfectly safe.”