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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Gustaf Kilander

Biden ditches Trump’s Air Force One paint job deemed too dangerous to fly

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The Biden administration has decided to abandon Donald Trump’s suggested paint job for the new Air Force One aircraft after a study showed it could increase costs and following reports that it could be a safety hazard.

Mr Trump’s colour scheme had the planes’ underbelly and engines being painted in a dark blue shade, which could lead to higher temperatures onboard.

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