Archive · 2 Jun 2025
Qatar Gifts Boeing 747-8 to US for Use as Air Force One
Imagine the US President getting a really fancy plane for free!
Qatar is giving the US a giant Boeing 747-8 as a gift.
It's like a palace in the sky with bedrooms, bathrooms, and even kitchens.
This plane will temporarily replace the current Air Force One.
The plane was originally for Qatar's royal family but now will be given to the US Department of Defense.
The inside is super fancy with gold walls and comfy chairs.
Once the president is done using it, the plane will go to his presidential library.
Qatar is gifting a Boeing 747-8 to the US.
The plane will temporarily replace Air Force One.
The aircraft will be given to the US Department of Defense.
The plane features luxury amenities, including bedrooms and lounges.
The plane was originally used by Qatar's royal family.
- Who
- Qatar and the US government
- What
- Qatar is gifting a Boeing 747-8 to the US, which will serve as a temporary replacement for Air Force One.
- When
- The plane is expected to be ready for use by the end of the year.
- Where
- The plane was toured at Palm Beach International Airport earlier this year.
- Why
- Qatar offered the plane as a gift to the US.
- Plane Type
- Boeing 747-8
- Gift Giver
- Qatar
- Recipient
- US Department of Defense
- Intended Use
- Temporary Air Force One replacement
- Estimated Value
- $400 million
- Capacity
- 90 passengers, 14 crew